Condo Garden Patio Ideas
Not everyone is lucky enough to have a backyard with enough room to build a rock garden, plant roses, and watch the koi fish, some of us only have a condo patio. In 2019 a joint American Housing Survey between Nahb.org and the Census Bureau found that approximately 43.9 million residences, or 31.4% of housing in the U.S. today, are multifamily.
Multifamily housing is defined as:
- apartment buildings
- condominiums
- townhouses
- mixed-use developments
While many of these apartment dwellers may live in cities with spectacular views of skylines and enjoy the invigorating vibes of city life, there are times when you need a little solitude. The peace and tranquility of a garden shouldn’t be saved for only those with large backyards.
If you’re one of the 43 million, who fall into this category, a great place to start creating your perfect outdoor balcony space is with plants, flowers, and herbs. Yes, you can have it all.
With a little effort and help from our condo garden patio ideas, you will be able to make the smallest spaces into an amazing addition to your home.
Go vertical when designing your condo garden patio
The biggest mistake people make when designing a patio is looking at it like any other room in their home – a flat space. Instead of looking at the width and depth, look at the height. Think vertically, and a world of possibilities opens up to you. If you don’t, there’s no way to fit the cilantro, rosemary, perennials, and maybe even a lemon tree.
Luckily several planters will make your life so much easier to create the perfect oasis for days when you need to unwind.
Fortunately, many vertical planters can hold all your herbs in the same space as one large pot. Here are a few of our favorites.
Stackable planters for a Condo Garden Patio
Try a stackable planter. They’re great for growing luscious strawberries and a variety of herbs. Use your imagination, and fill them with colorful annuals.
1. Creation Stackable Planter
Stackable Planter
- This stackable herb garden planter goes up to 5 tiers and stacks 15 plants and herbs.
- Accommodates up to 5” plants.
- Weather-resistant, fade, and crack-resistant. BEST PRICE
Our next vertical planter has a patented design for those of us with little time for maintenance. Place water at the top of the plant, and the design drips to water the rest of the plant.
2. Large 5 Tier VerticaL Planter
GreenStalk Patented Large 5 Tire Vertical Planter
- Stunning Stone planter is made of BPA-Free Food Grade Polypropylene Plastic #5
- 5-year warranty
- 19 x 19 x 18 inches
- 17 Pounds
- Holds various plants, herbs, and vegetables
- Patented design allows for all tiers to be watered simultaneously
Vertical Planters
This vertical planter will take a sidewall and transform it into an array of colorful plants or sweet-smelling herbs. Whether you use it as an outdoor focal point or inside, this is perfect for any condo garden patio.
3. 6ft Raised Garden Bed
Raised Garden Bed
- 6ft Raised Garden Bed
- Expresso Brown
- 30 X 23 X 65
- Includes 4 27″ plant boxes
- Plant boxes made of polypropylene
- Easy assembly required
Potted plants Ideas for a Condo Garden Patio
There’s no question that vertical is the key to bringing your small space to life, but if you have a little extra room, you may wish to consider going both horizontal and vertical. By choosing an option that does both, you gain mounds of space to plant your much-needed getaway.
One planter you may wish to consider is a trellis/planter. This wooden trellis planter contains enough room for both climbing roses and vines, along with drainage holes.
4. Best Choice Lattice Trellis Planters
Set of Two Lattice Trellis Planter
- 25 (L) x11 (W) x 48 ( H)
- 25.6 lbs
- Allows for both vertical and horizontal planting
- Optional wheels can be attached to the bottom for easy movement.
- Weather-resistant fir wood comes with a walnut finish
- 50 pound capacity
If you love the look of roses and vines climbing up a trellis but don’t have any place to anchor one, think again. By using a pot as an anchor, you can create a climbing haven for rose bushes, bougainvillea, hibiscus, or any other plant you desire. To make your design even more magnificent – the pot adds room for additional flowers or greenery. Whiskey Barrel is sold separately. A great accent piece for any condo garden patio.
5. Amagabeli 2 Pack Garden Trellis
2 Pack Garden Trellis
- Comes in a 2 pack
- 60″ high x 18″ wide
- Also available 47″
- Available in Black, White, and Brown
- Indoor/Outdoor
- Iron rustproof powder-coated finish
- Pot Not Included
Pocket Planters Perfect for a Garden Patio
Hanging Pocket Planters are an easy way to allow for a variety of herbs and flowers in a small space. They are exactly as their name says – planters set inside of pockets – genius! You can hook them to doors, fences, and even walls converting a dull area into a garden.
These Pocket Planters metal eyelets/grommets allow quick and easy hanging. Hang one and get an entire 11.8″ of planting space. You can hang them on doorways or columns or hang several of them in a row on a fence for added beauty and privacy.
6. Angtuo Hanging Wall Planters
Hanging wall planters by Angtuo
- 11.8 ” X 44.5″
- Includes Six waterproof suspended pockets
- eco-friendly, breathable, durable, and corrosion-resistant.
- Great for planting flowers, herbs, strawberries, vegetables, and hanging green plants.
If you have a larger area, such as a fence or wall, these felt pocket planters are ideal. They measure 39.36 x 36 and include 36 pockets making them perfect for a combination of herbs and flowers. You can even use them to plant a vegetable garden! If you are too busy to care for real flowers, fill them with artificial ones and transform your patio into a lovely easy-to-care-for garden.
7. Active Gear Guy Vertical Planters
Vertical Pocket Planters
- Black
- 39.36 (L) x 36 (W) x 36(H) inches
- Use for ferns, strawberries, vegetables, flowering plants, and even herbs.
- Breathable air pouches allow for
- Pouches hold moisture
- Lifetime Guarantee
Just when you think you decide an outdoor garden isn’t right for your busy schedule, something new comes along to change your mind. Now they have pocket planters that will self-water, making your condo garden patio a no-brainer. And not only do these pockets water themselves, but they look like actual pots.
8. Self-Watering Pockets
Worth Garden 36 Self-Watering Pockets
- Automatic dripping system provides water for days.
- Each planter includes 3 pockets to allow for different plants.
- Includes 12 planters for a total of 36 pockets.
- Can be layered by purchasing additional modules
- Propene polymer –
- suitable for indoor or outdoor use.
- Available in Green, White, and Terracotta
- 1.6 lbs
- Secure with screws
- 3-year guarantee
Balcony/Fence Hangers for a Garden Patio
Just because you’ve made your space into a place of beauty doesn’t mean you’re done. Don’t forget to accessorize those bare spots – like your balcony. Putting a few finishing touches can make all the difference to the overall feel of your patio garden. Showing off doesn’t hurt much, either.
These beautiful white or black hanging flower pots will add an element to any patio balcony. Plant a variety of flowers and give your patio a boost of colors! If you don’t want to hang them, no problem – simply detach the handles and use them as an inside or outdoor planter.
9. Dahey 3 Pack Hanging Flower Pots
Pack of 3 Hanging Flower Pots
- Hooks for easy placement on balconies, trellises, windows
- Comes in a pack of 3
- Rectangular Planter 10.5″ x 5.75″ x 5″. Hook is 4″ x 1.5” x 0.7″
- Drainage holes ready to drill
- Metal iron
- Available in white or black
- Hooks come detached for easy shipping
Hanging flower balcony baskets are a great addition, but what if you want to add some height to your balcony? There are planters that sit up on your balcony railing, giving your patio height and allow both you and passersby a view of your gardening skills.
10. Bloem Deck Planter
Balcony Rail Planter by Bloem
- Resin
- Rectangular 12″D x 24″W x 9″H
- Includes 2 chocolate planters
- Fits a 4″ inch or 6″ rail
- Inside mount
- Perfect for patios, fences, balconies, decks, or even mailbox posts
- knockout drainage holes
If you’re looking for that special cast iron look, these rail flower pots are anti-rust and will give your balcony a quaint cottage feel.
11. MorTime Hanging Baskets
Hanging Flower Basket By MorTime
Traditional Hanging Pots for a Condo Garden Patio
Don’t underestimate the charm of Traditional hanging plants off a balcony. While you can run to your nearest nursery and grab a premade basket, why not pick out your favorite flowers and herbs and come up with your own? Plus, there are so many charming baskets to choose from that will liven up your condo garden patio, helping to make your perfect patio escape.
12. LaJolie Hanging Baskets
Hanging Baskets By LaJolie
- Rock grey or stone white stone design
- 10”D*4.7”H
- Indoor or outdoor use
- predrilled drainage holes
- Recycled durable plastic
- 100% Guaranteed
If you’re looking for something with warmth, these resin rattan baskets are the perfect choice to enhance any condo garden patio.
13. Keter Rsin Rattan Hanging Basket
Self-Watering Hanging Planter Basket
- Includes a set of 2 baskets
- 10″ x 11″
- Resin Rattan won’t peel, dent or rust
- Drainage plug allows for indoor or outdoor use.