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Faiza Saqib

You Should Never Plant These Flowers in Window Boxes, Says a Pro Gardener — Here's Where to Plant Them Instead

Begonias and colorful foliage adorn window box.

Flowers in window boxes adds a certain pizzazz to the exterior of a home. It brings life into areas that are often forgotten about, whether it's your plain and empty window sill or the balcony you've left behind — blooms have a way of capturing peace through colors and scent.

But remember, not all flowers are meant to be confined in small spaces and it's important to know which ones won't do so well in them. 'When selecting flowers for a window box, it's best to avoid certain types that may not thrive well in such a constrained space,' plant expert, and founder of The Inspired Garden, Laura Janney tells us.

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