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10.10.2023 - 16:19 / gardenersworld.com
Bring the outdoors, indoors with a stylish and practical standing planter. Indoor plant stands are ideal for framing your succulents, cheese plants and other house plant varieties.
Indoor plant stands may be constructed from a range of materials, from natural options such as rattan and bamboo wood to sturdy metal and decorative frames. Some are designed to display one large plant pot, while others may have layered shelves to created a multi-tiered feature with varying levels.
To help you choose the best standing planter for your space, we’ve curated a varied selection in the list below.
Plus, if you’re interested in selecting pots to put in your new standing planter, we’ve rounded up some of the best indoor plant pots, as well as the best self watering planters, which do some of the hard work for you. Alternatively, for outdoor displays, we also have a list of garden wall planters to help inspire your exterior choices. If you’re looking for help with assembling your plant stands, consider our guide to the best electric screwdrivers.
Indoor plant stands and standing planters for your homeBrowse our selection of planters, below:
Bamboo Plant Stand by HarcasThis modern plant stand is made from Moso bamboo wood and could be used inside or outdoors, too. Rubber feet prevent slipping and it holds up to 90kg in weight, making it ideal for heavier, ceramic plant pots.
Price: £19.97
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Betula Tall Plant StandThis stylish black plant stand from Made is constructed from steel and thanks to its geometric design will frame plants across two shelves in a contemporary style. The standing planter can also be used both indoor and outdoors.
Price: £99
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A bird box provides a safe place for birds to build their nests and a specialist bird box camera can give you a closer look at the birds raising their families in your garden without causing disruption.
Gardening is incredibly rewarding but it can be tricky to keep on top of seasonal jobs such as sowing and harvesting, not to mention new planting plans, redesigns and wish lists from one year to the next.
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When the sun is shining, the garden is the place to be. Gardening with kids is a great way to get them outside and learning about the natural world. However, if your kids would rather spend time with a screen than a garden spade, it can be a struggle to get them outdoors. Luckily, there are plenty of kids’ garden toys to make being outdoors more fun – from toys they can play with by themselves to games for the whole family to enjoy.
Trugs are a must-have garden accessory, combining practical utility and ornamental value. They can used for collecting cut flowers and plant cuttings, as well as for harvesting your homegrown fruit, veg and culinary herbs. Plus, they can be used to create indoor displays and they make wonderful gardening gifts.
There are few better ways to enjoy your garden and soak up the sun’s rays than with a garden lounger. This must-have piece of furniture is great for making sure you get your daily dose of vitamin D plus, they’re brilliantly uncomplicated – a light, airy bed for lazing in the sun.