20 Inspiring Small Balcony Garden Ideas

Have you ever wanted to live in a house because you yearn the nearness of nature and a bit of solitude? Don’t worry, you don’t have to sell your apartment and move to the countryside to enjoy these things. You can also turn your balcony into a beautiful and cosy, or even a modern and luxurious garden. Regardless of the size of your balcony, the range of options is limitless. You can create your own personal little jungle and the best part is; it couldn’t even be closer to your home. Let’s see 20 variations of spectacular balcony garden ideas to gather inspiration from.

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There is something very mysterious and calming in a creeper. The greatest quality of these plants is that you can grow them on vertical surfaces, so the lack of space is not a problem at all. You can use them on the actual walls of the balcony, or if you are afraid of ruining the paint and plastering, there are still other options, like buying a wooden frame and use that as a growing environment for the plants. The colorful lampions and light bulbs give the place a very warm and friendly atmosphere which is supported by the pillows and cosy blankets.

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Not everyone gets to live so close to the nature, but this doesn’t mean you have no right to enjoy it. You can make a DIY birdhouse and hang or place it on your balcony with some seeds. The song-birds will be very grateful and you will have a small oasis in the center of the concrete jungle where you can enjoy the bird’s singing. Sounds like a perfect sunday morning, right? Also, who said that you can’t have trees on a balcony? There are lots of garden-trees that doesn’t grow high and they are also quite decorative.

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This is a perfect example for how to use your space if you don’t have enough. Placing your plants vertically works just fine like with the creepers. You can increase the green on your balcony this way without making it look too crowded. A few comfy chairs and a small table and voila, you have a nice and cute balcony garden.

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Bushes or plants can function as a kind of barrier or a wall. If you want to escape from the greyness of the city, it’s just what you are looking for. With this trick, you are not just creating a small privateness on your balcony, but it will be more pleasant to sit out and relax. If you happen to have a cushy armchair and a sunshade,  it will be even more comfortable.

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The simple and minimalist deck-inspired balcony packs in a lot of features, in a discreet and understated manner. With an autumn-coloured palette, and plenty of warm natural woods accented with different shades of orange, this deck feels very much like the falling foliage of the pre-winter months. The added Jacuzzi tub gives it a touch of luxury, while the subtly yet cleverly placed plants add a touch of green life to the overall environment. We really like the rustic, homey feeling of the lights strewn along the staircase railing – they must look simply divine at night!

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You want your balcony to be not only green but colorful too? No problem! You can choose from plenty of flowers and plants that can decorate your porch with vibrant colors. Besides the plants, a little touch of luxury can also have ornamental value. Smaller statues and trapping can be obtained from antique dealers for a fair price. They look stunning almost anywhere; on the table, or between the flowers.

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The lanterns and lightbulbs can create a very intimate mood, especially if you combine them with wooden tiles and wooden railings for the creepers. You can see that there are not many decorative plants but they suit up the space nicely because of the clever adjustment. If the space is too narrow for a table to sit around, just use a sofa instead, or a bench with soft and comfy pillows, it will surely do the job.

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If you are a fan of the mediterranean feeling and environment, this example is made for you. I have always been a cactus fanatic, they are just so unique and exotic. It’s not suprising, that if you are a fanatic as well and choose to decorate your balcony with these plants, you better be careful when walking around. It’s not the best choice if you have kids and/or pets, but if that’s not the case, this is a great way to charm your balcony into a greek paradise.

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This is a very simple but creative composition. A narrow slice of artificial grass and a plain wooden plant container on the railings can really make a difference. If you also place a flower stand and some nice wicker chairs, you are almost done. A few potted plants in the corners and a bamboo fence on the railings are perfect choices for this combination.

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Do you know what would be really relaxing? Sitting on your porch swing and drinking a nice hot coffee surrounded by nature. Sounds great, right? And the best part is it’s not even fantasy. You can experience it in your own balcony. Maybe you will need some more serious DIY, but it’s totally achievable.  You can also add a little bit of extra by using artificial grass as flooring.

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Using artificial grass is very decorative and it feels good to step on it, except when it’s soaking wet. If your balcony doesn’t have a ceiling, maybe the best choice is some kinds of tiles. You can make it match the furnitures in color, so the overall picture looks more harmonising. If there is no exact railings or fence, you can lean wooden frames against the walls to make the place feel more separated. Also, some huge copper pots can really suit up the space with colorful flowers.

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If you want your balcony to be not only beautiful, but useful as well, it’s a great idea to plant vegetables and spices. Most of them are actually not too difficult to take care of and you can play with the colors too. It’s especially handy if you have limited space. One or two lawn chairs and a small desk and you can enjoy your morning coffee in the ambient scent of fresh vegetables and spices.

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If you thought that we didn’t think about those who live in a not so plant-friendly climate, you are wrong. We have a very smart idea for that. Mini greenhouse! But why stop here? You can cover the open parts of your balcony with glass to make something like a winter garden and there you can finally make your own little oasis. Smaller hothouses are also very creative ways to keep your flowers and plants, just as you can see in this example.

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There is something magical and mysterious about japanese gardens. If you admire the asian style, this kind of blacony is just meant for you. The abstract shaped table with the chairs really go well with the bamboo fountain. The pebbles give a nice contrast with the wooden tiles and the small palmtree and other exotic plants just seal the deal perfectly.

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If you don’t want a whole porch swing to be installed on your balcony, an „egg” can be a very cute and special alternative solution. Basically, it’s an egg-shaped, one person porch swing which is perfect for relaxing and reading on a calm afternoon. If the balcony has a roof, you can use the artificial grass just like in the previous examples. To make a nice contrast, or just to seperate some space for your plants, pebbles can be very decorative.

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It’s really hard to choose between two equally great designs. Then why not choose both? You can use the wooden flooring and some artificial grass at the same time, creating a multifunctional ground. If the weather is warm and dry, you can enjoy the softness and freshness of the grass, but if it’s a rainy and cold day, you don’t have to wet your socks just to go out to your balcony. You know the saying; sometimes less is more. It’s not even easier to plan a neat and minimal style, but it can also be very impressive.

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This is a very cozy example of using simple but creative ways to decorate your balcony. Find some old pots and paint them whatever color you like. You can also play with the colorfulness of the flowers. We already recommended placing a bird house somewhere on the porch, but it doesn’t have to be functional. It looks just as good as an ornament. Especially if you make it yourself. Trust me, you will enjoy the view more if you put some  handwork in it.

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Having a small balcony is not a problem as we have seen it before. But if you are really lack of space and equipment, there are still very suprising solutions. Have you ever thought that pallets can be the perfect raw materials for furnitures, particularly for benches, beds and tables? If you want to make it look more unique, you can paint them as you like, but they are perfect in their original color as well. A few pillows and blankets and there is your perfect relaxing spot right away.

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If you intend to spend most of your time on the balcony, it’s better to make it more equipped. For example a little shelf with mugs and plates on it, or just an ashtray and a trash can if you need to throw something away. Comfortable chairs are a must in this case and of course, a decorative clock can also work quite well in a composition like this. You will need a place for storing the gardening equipment also, so it’s another platform to satisfy your creative self.

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These days people are identifying the minimal stlye with luxury and it’s not a coincidence. Neat and simple design can give a very luxurious vibe, so it’s not a suprise to see more and more examples of using simple, geometric shapes and structures. You can even pick plain looking plants to match the surroundings. Using indoor furnitures is also a great idea, just make sure they can be cleaned very easily, because there is a bigger chance of getting them dirty and wet.