There’s something enchanting about a small, complete garden dangling in midair, where nothing else could add so much grace and charm to the space. Hanging baskets do this; they fill a void with color and texture and turn a dark spot bright.

A Southern Classic
Does an enormous fern suspended from an overhang actually cool the air, or is this only an illusion? Either way, it’s tough to imagine a summertime without these staples hanging near every porch swing.

Plant Care Tips:
• Boston fern (Nephrolepis exaltata ‘Bostoniensis’) needs bright, indirect sunlight and well-drained soil.
• Leave it in a plastic pot, which allows less water to evaporate, and feed once a month with a water-soluble fertilizer such as 20-20-20.