How to Create a Beautiful Balcony Garden (Even in Small Spaces)
For many people living in cities, the balcony is the closest thing to a garden. With the right design and a few well-chosen planters, even the smallest balcony can become a calm green retreat. A few plants, natural materials and thoughtful design can transform a balcony into a place where you enjoy morning coffee, fresh herbs, or simply a moment outside.
At SQUARELY Copenhagen we believe nature belongs in everyday spaces. Even a compact balcony can support a small garden when the design is simple and the planters are made for urban living.
Why balcony gardens increase the quality of life
Urban homes often have limited access to nature. A balcony garden allows greenery to become part of daily life again. Plants soften architecture, create a sense of privacy, and bring color and movement to outdoor spaces. Even a few herbs or flowers can change how a balcony feels.
Photo with GrowON Dark Oak with Black leather straps
Balcony plants can also improve well-being. Greenery creates a more relaxing environment and encourages people to spend more time outdoors. Many people also enjoy growing edible plants such as herbs or strawberries, which adds a small but meaningful connection to nature.
Choosing the right balcony planters
The foundation of a successful balcony garden is choosing planters that are designed specifically for balconies. Standard plant pots are often unstable or take up too much floor space. Balcony planters should fit securely on railings, withstand outdoor weather and make efficient use of limited space.
SQUARELY balcony planters are designed in Copenhagen by architects who work with natural materials and simple forms. The wooden slats give the planter the feeling of outdoor furniture rather than a traditional plant pot, allowing it to integrate naturally into modern balconies and terraces.
The planters also include a self watering system that helps plants stay healthy with minimal care. This is especially useful in urban environments where watering routines can be irregular. The hidden water reservoir allows plants to absorb moisture gradually, which helps prevent both drying and overwatering.
Balcony planters are ideal for growing herbs, flowers and small edible plants. Many people enjoy planting basil, rosemary, thyme or strawberries in railing planters where they are easy to reach and maintain.
Designing a small balcony garden
A beautiful balcony garden does not require a large space. What matters most is how the space is organized. Using vertical surfaces and railing planters allows greenery to grow without occupying valuable floor area.
Railing planters create the first layer of greenery and instantly soften the edge of the balcony. Wall planters can add another layer, turning empty walls into living surfaces. Larger floor planters can then introduce taller plants that create depth and structure.
On the photo GrowWIDE Brown Leather Straps and GrowMORE
Combining natural materials such as wood, plants and outdoor textiles helps create a calm and cohesive environment. Scandinavian design often focuses on simplicity and balance, which works especially well in small outdoor spaces.
Choosing plants for balcony planters
Many plants grow well in balcony environments as long as they receive enough light and water. Herbs are among the easiest options because they grow quickly and are useful in everyday cooking. Basil, mint, thyme and rosemary all thrive in balcony planters.
Flowering plants add color and seasonal variation. Geraniums, petunias and lavender are popular choices because they are relatively resilient and adapt well to balcony conditions.
Edible plants can also be grown successfully. Strawberries are particularly well suited to railing planters and are often enjoyed by families with children. Cherry tomatoes and small chili plants can also grow well in sunny balcony spaces.
Low maintenance balcony gardening
One of the biggest challenges of balcony gardening is maintenance. Busy schedules and travel can make it difficult to water plants regularly. Self watering planters simplify this process by providing a consistent water supply from a hidden reservoir.
SQUARELY self-watering planters are designed so that plants draw water naturally when needed. This reduces the frequency of watering and helps plants stay healthy during warm periods. It also makes balcony gardening more accessible for people who are new to growing plants.
Sustainable materials and long lasting design
At SQUARELY sustainability is part of the design process. The planters are made using upcycled wood and durable materials chosen to withstand outdoor conditions. The goal is to create products that last for many seasons rather than disposable objects.
Using natural materials also helps balcony gardens feel warmer and more connected to nature. Wood, plants and soft textures work together to create an inviting outdoor environment.
GrowON HoldON Natural Ash
Creating your own green balcony
A balcony garden does not need to be large or complicated to be enjoyable. A few carefully chosen planters, a selection of herbs or flowers and a comfortable chair can completely change how a balcony is used.
SQUARELY balcony planters are designed to make it easy to bring greenery into urban homes. The combination of natural materials, Scandinavian design and self watering functionality allows plants to thrive while keeping maintenance simple.
Explore the SQUARELY collection of balcony planters, wall planters and self watering systems to start creating your own balcony garden. Even a small outdoor space can become a place where nature is part of everyday life.
How to Create a Beautiful Balcony Garden (Even in Small Spaces)
How to Create a Beautiful Balcony Garden (Even in Small Spaces)
For many people living in cities, the balcony is the closest thing to a garden. With the right design and a few well-chosen planters, even the smallest balcony can become a calm green retreat. A few plants, natural materials and thoughtful design can transform a balcony into a place where you enjoy morning coffee, fresh herbs, or simply a moment outside.
At SQUARELY Copenhagen we believe nature belongs in everyday spaces. Even a compact balcony can support a small garden when the design is simple and the planters are made for urban living.
Why balcony gardens increase the quality of life
Urban homes often have limited access to nature. A balcony garden allows greenery to become part of daily life again. Plants soften architecture, create a sense of privacy, and bring color and movement to outdoor spaces. Even a few herbs or flowers can change how a balcony feels.
Photo with GrowON Dark Oak with Black leather straps
Balcony plants can also improve well-being. Greenery creates a more relaxing environment and encourages people to spend more time outdoors. Many people also enjoy growing edible plants such as herbs or strawberries, which adds a small but meaningful connection to nature.
Choosing the right balcony planters
The foundation of a successful balcony garden is choosing planters that are designed specifically for balconies. Standard plant pots are often unstable or take up too much floor space. Balcony planters should fit securely on railings, withstand outdoor weather and make efficient use of limited space.
SQUARELY balcony planters are designed in Copenhagen by architects who work with natural materials and simple forms. The wooden slats give the planter the feeling of outdoor furniture rather than a traditional plant pot, allowing it to integrate naturally into modern balconies and terraces.
The planters also include a self watering system that helps plants stay healthy with minimal care. This is especially useful in urban environments where watering routines can be irregular. The hidden water reservoir allows plants to absorb moisture gradually, which helps prevent both drying and overwatering.
Balcony planters are ideal for growing herbs, flowers and small edible plants. Many people enjoy planting basil, rosemary, thyme or strawberries in railing planters where they are easy to reach and maintain.
Designing a small balcony garden
A beautiful balcony garden does not require a large space. What matters most is how the space is organized. Using vertical surfaces and railing planters allows greenery to grow without occupying valuable floor area.
Railing planters create the first layer of greenery and instantly soften the edge of the balcony. Wall planters can add another layer, turning empty walls into living surfaces. Larger floor planters can then introduce taller plants that create depth and structure.
On the photo GrowWIDE Brown Leather Straps and GrowMORE
Combining natural materials such as wood, plants and outdoor textiles helps create a calm and cohesive environment. Scandinavian design often focuses on simplicity and balance, which works especially well in small outdoor spaces.
Choosing plants for balcony planters
Many plants grow well in balcony environments as long as they receive enough light and water. Herbs are among the easiest options because they grow quickly and are useful in everyday cooking. Basil, mint, thyme and rosemary all thrive in balcony planters.
Flowering plants add color and seasonal variation. Geraniums, petunias and lavender are popular choices because they are relatively resilient and adapt well to balcony conditions.
Edible plants can also be grown successfully. Strawberries are particularly well suited to railing planters and are often enjoyed by families with children. Cherry tomatoes and small chili plants can also grow well in sunny balcony spaces.
Low maintenance balcony gardening
One of the biggest challenges of balcony gardening is maintenance. Busy schedules and travel can make it difficult to water plants regularly. Self watering planters simplify this process by providing a consistent water supply from a hidden reservoir.
SQUARELY self-watering planters are designed so that plants draw water naturally when needed. This reduces the frequency of watering and helps plants stay healthy during warm periods. It also makes balcony gardening more accessible for people who are new to growing plants.
Sustainable materials and long lasting design
At SQUARELY sustainability is part of the design process. The planters are made using upcycled wood and durable materials chosen to withstand outdoor conditions. The goal is to create products that last for many seasons rather than disposable objects.
Using natural materials also helps balcony gardens feel warmer and more connected to nature. Wood, plants and soft textures work together to create an inviting outdoor environment.
GrowON HoldON Natural Ash
Creating your own green balcony
A balcony garden does not need to be large or complicated to be enjoyable. A few carefully chosen planters, a selection of herbs or flowers and a comfortable chair can completely change how a balcony is used.
SQUARELY balcony planters are designed to make it easy to bring greenery into urban homes. The combination of natural materials, Scandinavian design and self watering functionality allows plants to thrive while keeping maintenance simple.
Explore the SQUARELY collection of balcony planters, wall planters and self watering systems to start creating your own balcony garden. Even a small outdoor space can become a place where nature is part of everyday life.