Spider plants are incredibly popular houseplants, but work great outdoors, too.
They grow prolifically and are very easy to propagate.
Burro's tail is a succulent with distinctive spiky leaves that is fantastic for adding texture and interest to your balcony.
Petunia is more of a trailing plant, but it’s a common sight in hanging baskets.
Boston ferns make good outdoor hanging plants if you're willing to put in the effort.
It's also a fantastic pick for novices because it doesn't require much to keep it alive.
Ivy is a popular choice for artificial plants. Faux ivy (like this) makes an excellent foundation for a privacy screen.
Be prepared for it to die on the spur of the moment, as it's a diva.
Fuchsia may not be your first choice for hanging plants, but miniature and trailing types look lovely in baskets.
There are hundreds of "string of" hanging plants available that give a variety of visual interest to hanging pots.