What plants would be best to grow on a balcony?

My balcony receives direct sunlight (and gets very hot) during the morning hours and very limited sunlight the rest of the day. What plants would grow best and what advice do you have to take care of them. I have had trouble with many flowering plants because they get so hot in the morning. I live in the midwest so it gets hot in the summers. Thanks!!!

What plants would be best to grow on a balcony?
Small plants that require the conditions that your balcony offers. I few tall plants that are easy to care for that don't drop a lot of leaves will add some rellief from the sun. Or plants in small pots set on plastic shelving that won't rust. Shelves must drain. You must have plants that will tolerate your hot conditions. marigolds would be great for color, lack of care.


Zennia require hot temps. Cactus and succulents would work and they do flower, and the bonus is that they can be kept very dry. You can even take a vacation and it won't harm them. Just water thoroughly before you go. Tomatoes love the heat and can be grown in a 1 gal container, but must be watered often. Pelargoniium which go dormant in the summer. Dalia from seeds, onions, sunflowers. pinks, carnations. Good Luck and have a good time. make a beautiful garden. Hoyakins
Reply:I also get the morning sun on my balcony and no problem with growing flowers.The flowers i use are "Impatients"lots of colors and "Begonias".Morning sun is better for plants Afternoon sun is too hot.You should water them at least once a week,but don't overwater them.Also better to water them in the evening.Also loosen the soil around the plants once in awhile.Hope this is of some help to you.

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