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Homes & Gardens
Tenielle Jordison

How to garden on a south-facing balcony – 3 ways to create a container garden for direct sun

How to garden on a south-facing balcony.

People are increasingly seeking the opportunity to use balcony spaces as gardens, especially if you live in an an apartment and don't necessarily have any other yard space. But it's important to understand what will grow well on your balcony if you want to create a thriving green haven in your urban garden.

You may have already scouted out balcony garden ideas and figured out how to incorporate balcony privacy, but if you haven't identified what can grow best in your space you won't have much luck with successful plants. South-facing balcony gardeners have plenty of bright, sunny light and warmth to work with - meaning there are lots of options to consider.

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