Creating a night-blooming outdoor plant box is a fantastic way to enjoy fragrant and enchanting flowers after sunset. Here are the best plants to include for a stunning moon garden:
1. Moonflower (Ipomoea alba) – These large, white blooms open at dusk and release a sweet fragrance, perfect for trellises or hanging planters.
2. Evening Primrose (Oenothera biennis) – Bright yellow flowers that glow in the moonlight and attract pollinators.
3. Night-Blooming Jasmine (Cestrum nocturnum) – Highly fragrant, this shrub fills the air with a intoxicating scent at night.
4. Angel’s Trumpet (Brugmansia) – Dramatic, pendulous flowers with a strong, pleasant fragrance.
5. Four O’Clocks (Mirabilis jalapa) – Colorful blooms that open in the late afternoon and stay open through the night.
These plants thrive in well-draining soil and partial to full sun, making them ideal for outdoor plant boxes. Pair them with decorative lighting to enhance their beauty after dark!