Plants for balconies
EDIBLE PLANTS
Many fruit trees, herbs and even vegetables love growing in pots on a sunny balcony. Remember that the soil in pots dries out quickly, so you will need to water and feed regularly to ensure a good crop.
Fruit salad tree (Feijoa sellowiana)
This evergreen shrub is an attractive choice for an edible balcony garden. It thrives in a large pot, and its grey-green leaves and lovely white-and-red flowers will brighten up any dull space. The fruit ripens in autumn and has a sweet, aromatic flavour that tastes like a mix of pineapple, apple and mint. It prefers a sunny spot but can tolerate some shade and is frost hardy. Although relatively drought tolerant, keep well-watered to ensure a good crop of fruit.
Citrus
Most citrus trees take well to
