Beautifying a home in a homeowners association requires careful consideration of architectural guidelines and rules. Plants and natural beauty have become leading design elements in 2022, leaving many homeowners to find new ways to beautify their spaces with plants. Planting outside in the summer heat isn’t always possible due to the high ambient temps in the Phoenix Valley area…but there are ways to still surround yourself with natural, plant-based beauty.
Share these window box addition recommendations with the homeowners in your association:
1. Miniature Roses
Miniature roses are some of the most beautiful and simple additions to your summer window box! They offer the same beauty and structure as traditional rose bushes, just at a slightly smaller scale. You can invest in custom-colored blooms to go with your decor and let them thrive near a sunny spot in your home. The most common colors are red, pink, mauve, orange, and yellow, as well as any variety of shades and patterns in between.
You can shop a variety of roses and other window box additions at the Elgin Nursery and Tree Farm in Phoenix.
2. Dill
Dill is more than just a compact flowering plant. You can use dill in any number of soup or salad recipes, as well as refreshing herbal sandwiches and teas. It also offers a deliciously herbaceous scent, which can go a long way toward visually brightening and adding ambiance to your home. You can add it to virtually any meat, kebab, or potato salad recipe, making this a great addition to your summer window box.
You can buy dill and your other favorite window box herbs at the Green Goddess House of Herbs next to the Phoenix Country Club.
3. Periwinkle
Periwinkle is a perfect choice if your home has a softer or more neutrally colored aesthetic. These hardy little plants give off light baby blue or pastel violet blooms and are perfect for attracting pollinators, butterflies, and hummingbirds through the open sunny window. They aren’t demanding and only require minimal water, and will generally stay the same size as the pot that they are in. They are also common to find along foothill hiking trails, and can also be purchased at your local gardening store from seeds or shoots.
4. Zinnias
Zinnias have a naturally sweet scent and are another favorite for butterflies and bees to enjoy. They have firework-like petals that give the illusion of big bunches of blooms without taking up much root space. This makes them the perfect partner plant to any other window box addition(s) that you may have.
You can explore this and other favorites at Flower Street Urban Gardens located in the Phoenix Valley.
5. Opal Basil
Opal Basil is an herb that gives basil a fresh new look. This delicious plant is best used in both fresh and cooked meals and makes for a great addition to your charcuterie boards. If you’re an entertainer or frequently enjoy Italian cuisine, this is the perfect choice of window box herb for you. Garden City offers this plant and other affordable herb options. It’s conveniently located off of Black Canyon Highway in Phoenix, AZ. Be sure to stop by and fill your cart with your favorite sun-loving window box plants!
Association Management Services in Phoenix Valley
Give your residents the support they need in your Phoenix Valley HOA. It’s important that your homeowners and board members are confident in their community management solution, and know that they can rely on them at any time. The team at PMI Phoenix Valley is here to do just that and offers full-scale board and homeowner assistance. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to serving you!
