How can I start a container garden?
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Choose plants that do well in low light. Place them in pretty pots and arrange attractively on your balcony. Maybe get a plant stand or two to elevate some of them.
http://balconygardenweb.com/best-plants-for-balcony-garden/
https://www.hgtv.com/outdoors/gardens/garden-styles-and-types/shade-loving-container-plants-pictures
Here are some decor ideas.
https://homesthetics.net/53-mindblowingly-beautiful-balcony-decorating-ideas-to-start-right-away/
https://www.pinterest.com/apartmentguide/balcony-decorating-ideas/
You need to buy plants that require partial sun to full shade, since most plants that require full sun need several hours of full sun every day. I would buy small annuals since you'll want to move the containers around to get the most sunlight possible, and you don't want heavy ones. Make sure you water frequently since containers dry out quickly.
Build a few plant stands that are taller that you can put in back and them you can add some around the front so that you have cascading heights. You can get window boxes according to the type railing you have on the balcony to add even more. If the rail is narrow, they have ones that are divided in the middle to put them on the rail, or regular window boxes. Be sure to add some trailing plants to add dimension, too. Go with bright colors for the flowers that tolerate the light conditions to help brighten up the shade.
Place inexpensive full length mirrors or old windows with glass on your balcony. This will help reflect the sunlight and add more growing time. ☺️