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Amiya Baratan

The Best Indoor Planters to Buy This Year — What to Shop So You Can Nurture Your Green Thumb Without Losing Style Points

A grid of colorful indoor planters.

With eco-consciousness and slow living increasing in demand, beautiful biophilic aesthetics are becoming a mainstream part of most homes. And while boring plastic planters are a rarity in well-styled spaces, truly exciting pots don't seem to be a priority just yet.

And since they can sometimes be hard to find, I found 15 hyper-stylish planters that will make your indoor garden look just as en vogue as the rest of your home. Think minimalist, maximalist, hanging, and classic terracotta finishes.

These planters will help you channel your favorite houseplant trends in high fashion. And let's begin with the best planters I've spotted in recent times.

Best Indoor Planters Overall

Best for Modern Homes

Blue and brown have been the most exciting color combination of late. But I'm moving on from polka dots to stripes, and this planter from Westwing brings the vision to life with a bubbled texture.

Best for Large Plants

For your tall architectural plants, I find that this Evoke Pot from Ferm Living is a modern classic. It lends height and personality to your houseplant while letting the foliage shine.

Best for Small Apartments

Yes, I'm still obsessed with chrome home accessories. And there's something about the glossy green leaves paired with this ridged metallic finish that makes for a cool contemporary combination.

Best Minimalist Planters

If houseplant minimalism is the theme of your green space, this elegant tabletop planter from West Elm is a no brainer. Its understated while letting everyone know you've got style.

I love this Model Three Planter from Areaware. The lightly inked glass, the funneled facade, and the clear view of your plant's roots turn a simple cultivar into a spectacle. And if yellow isn't your vibe, it's also available in an aquatic blue.

Westwing's UK launch brought so many beautiful homewares to the forefront. But this particular sandy planter has got to be among my favorites. It feels like a natural finish to any tall plants.

Best Maximalist Planters

Amanita-Labs is taking sustainable planter design to a whole new level. 3D printed from recycled PLA, this textured silhouette instantly becomes a conversation starter.

Bring the unexpected red theory into your houseplant corner by styling this vibrant Flower Pot Churros from &k Amsterdam. It's the equivalent of a red lip for your indoor garden.

From the bold cobalt blue to the standing design, this planter from La Redoute is a cool way to channel houseplant maximalism while still being relatively laid-back.

Best Terracotta Planters

Decorating with terracotta pots will never go out of style. So, you can't go wrong with this Kurinu Pot from Ferm Living.

The Hoff Pott from Bergs Potter continues to be one of my favorite renditions of terracotta. The unglazed planter paired with the glossy saucer feels just perfect.

As far as the best terracotta planters go, let me put you on to this Medium Stacked Planter from Franca NYC. It's smooth, footed, and ideal for a statement plant.

Best Hanging Planters

AYTM's Metal Hanging Planter Globe might be one of the nicest accessories for trailing houseplants.

Although originally designed to be hung on a balcony, I'm certain this boxed planter will make for an interesting plant set up on the inside of a windowsill or even by a mantel.

Give your small indoor plants a (visual) raise with this eye-catching, clear hanging planter from LSA. Pair three in a corner for a dynamic indoor garden.

FAQs

What Material is Best for Indoor Planters?

Above all, terracotta is the best materials for indoor planters. Its high porosity makes it ideal for houseplants, second to ceramic and fiberglass.

Do Indoor Planters Need Drainage Holes?

It's not an absolute must that your indoor planters need drainage holes. However, it's commonly recommended for beginner gardeners to avoid root rot in the case of overwatering.

Next, style your houseplants up with plinths, pedestals, and plant stands. Or if you're looking for something stylish in the way of plant care, these cool ceramic water cacti are not to miss.

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Westwing Planter Mariana, H 24 cm Ferm Living Evoke Pot - Tall Arket Metal Flower Pot 11 cm West Elm Large Rounded Ceramic Fluted Tabletop Planter Areaware Model Three Planter Westwing Planter Patmos, H 29 cm Amanita-Labs Plant Pot - Burnt Ochre &k Amsterdam Flower Pot Churros La Redoute Interieurs Ocardo Standing Iron Metal Plant Pot Ferm Living Kurinu Pot Bergs Potter Hoff Pot Franca NYC Medium Stacked Planter AYTM Metal Hanging Planter Globe Ferm Living Uma Balcony Box LSA Canopy 12cm Hanging Planter Clear
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