12" Combo Hanging Basket

Plant Overview

The 12-Inch Assorted Flower & Foliage Hanging Basket is a colorful, ready-to-display arrangement featuring a blend of vibrant seasonal flowers and lush ornamental greenery. Designed to create a full, cascading appearance, this mixed hanging basket combines flowering plants with complementary trailing foliage that spills naturally over the container's edges. Its layered textures, bright blooms, and contrasting leaf colors make it an attractive addition to Florida patios, porches, balconies, and outdoor living spaces. Ideal for adding instant color and visual interest, each 12-inch hanging basket offers a convenient decorative gardening option. Individual plant varieties, flower colors, and foliage combinations may vary depending on seasonal availability.

Key Plant Characteristics

• Basket Size: 12-inch diameter hanging basket

• Plant Type: Mixed flowering and ornamental foliage arrangement

• Plant Varieties: Assorted seasonal flowering plants and trailing greenery

• Mature Height: Varies depending on the plants included

• Mature Spread: Varies by assortment, with trailing stems extending beyond the basket

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast-growing, depending on the plant combination

• Growth Habit: Combination of compact, mounding, upright, and cascading plants

• Foliage: Assorted green, lime-green, and other seasonal foliage colors

• Flowers: Colorful seasonal blooms that vary by arrangement

• Blooming Season: Depends on the included flowering varieties and growing conditions

• USDA Hardiness Zones: Varies by plant selection; some varieties require frost protection

• Sunlight Requirements: Depends on the assortment; many combinations perform well in partial sun or bright, filtered light

• Special Features: Decorative mixed planting, cascading greenery, seasonal flowers, and convenient container gardening

Plant Care Guide

• Sunlight: Place the hanging basket in a location that provides suitable light for the included plant varieties. Many mixed flowering arrangements benefit from morning sunlight and afternoon shade, particularly during Florida's hot summer months. Adjust exposure according to the specific plants in the basket.

• Watering: Check soil moisture frequently, as hanging baskets can dry out quickly in warm, windy conditions. Water thoroughly when the upper layer of potting mix begins to dry, allowing excess water to drain freely. During intense Florida heat, daily moisture checks are recommended.

• Soil: Use a lightweight, nutrient-rich, well-draining container potting mix. Proper drainage helps maintain healthy roots while retaining enough moisture to support flowering and foliage growth.

• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer appropriate for the included plants during active growth. Flowering varieties may benefit from occasional diluted liquid fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and continued blooming.

• Pruning: Remove faded flowers, yellowing leaves, and damaged stems as needed. Lightly trim trailing foliage and vigorous growers to maintain a balanced appearance and prevent overcrowding.

• Cold Protection: Some tropical and seasonal flowering plants are sensitive to frost. Move the hanging basket to a protected location during cold snaps, especially in North and Central Florida.

• Pests & Diseases: Monitor for common container plant pests such as aphids, mealybugs, whiteflies, and spider mites. Maintain adequate airflow and avoid prolonged waterlogged conditions to reduce the risk of fungal problems and root rot.

• Additional Care Tips: Rotate the basket periodically to encourage even growth and balanced sunlight exposure. Hang it securely in a location protected from strong winds, and monitor the moisture needs of individual plants as the arrangement matures.

Please Note: Plant varieties, flower colors, and foliage combinations may vary based on seasonal availability. Product photos represent examples of the assorted 12-inch hanging baskets offered by Discount Plants Direct.