Turning my little balcony into a peaceful garden escape has been one of the best things I’ve done for myself. This list includes all the essentials I used — from space-saving planters and the best beginner-friendly herbs, to the cozy extras that make...
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🪴 plants
🔧 tools
Planters and Pots
Decor
🪴 plants
I wanted a mix of useful and beautiful — things I could use in the kitchen, that smelled good, or just made me smile. These are beginner-friendly plants that don’t need a big yard to thrive.
spreads like crazy, great for tea.
Mint - Herb Plants
low-maintenance and super fragrant.
Rosemary Plant - Herb Plants
cute, edible, and do well in hanging pots
Ferry-Morse Sow Easy Strawberry Alpine Fruit Seeds 2451
a little more effort, but worth it
Cherry Tomatoes
help repel bugs and add bright color
Marigold Seeds | Shop 29 Varieties
grows fast, smells amazing, perfect for pasta nights.
Basil Plant - Herb Plants
🔧 tools
I didn’t want to be overwhelmed with gear — just the basics that helped me pot, water, and feed my plants without a mess.
indoor/outdoor safe
Organic Potting Soil
Helps those babies grow and provides them with organic nutrients.
Compost - Soil Amendments
Try to choose a water can that has a long spout.
Watering Cans for Plant Care
Food for those plants 🪴 😋
Plant Food & Fertilizer - Plant Care
Keep those nails clean.
Gardening Gloves
Keep those babies looking good with cutting out what doesn't.
Pruning Shears
natural pest control
Captain Jack's Neem Oil, 32 oz Ready-to-Use Spray, Multi-Purpose Fungicide ...
This was the fun part — getting creative with how to fit everything in. I went for a layered look using vertical space, railing planters, and a few statement pots.
Perfect for the herbs 🌿
Vertical Garden Planters
Perfect for the flowers 💐
Railing Planters
These make for such beautiful scenery and space value.
Wall Planters
For those corner spaces.
Plant Stands
Colorful is always my go to but neutrals help tie everything together.
Ceramic - Planters
Catch that water
Planter Saucers
This will help start the seeds before potting them in the bigger planters.
Seed Starters at Lowes.com
Decor
I didn’t want it to just be functional — I wanted to step outside and feel like I was entering a peaceful little hideaway. These touches brought the cozy, soft-girl vibe to life.
I love the fairy lights look. You can use command hooks to hang them up.
Solar - String Lights
Choose a rug that helps tie everything together. This is also great to help keep things Clean and its easy to clean.
