I absolutely love looking beyond the planter aisle to look for vessels to house my house plants. I get asked quite a bit about where to buy unique planters and I think there are definitely unique planters to be found. Generally though, the more unique the planter is the more expensive it is. But that’s not the case when you look for “planters” that aren’t actually labeled as a planter. Today, I’m rounding up 10 Must Buy Items from Target to Use as Inexpensive Planters. You better believe that I’ll be snagging a few of them.
I’m not new to using non-planters as planters. When I revealed my kitchen, I bet you didn’t catch all the pots that I used as planters but weren’t actually planters… or did you?
See that black “planter” pot? It’s actually a kitchen bowl.
How about the brass “planter” on the shelf? That’s just a brass basket.
A brass wire “planter” behind the artichokes? Well, that’s a utensil caddy.
See that brass “planter” in the corner? That’s actually a trash can! How about that “plant stand” under the trashcan? Would you believe me if I said that was actually a cake stand?
If you think outside the box for planters, then you will save so much money! You do have to think about what will work as a planter and how to make it work.
Here’s another one – I’m using a vase as a planter here.
Tips for Planters
- If you can, keep the plant in the plastic pot it came in. I did this with quite a few of my plants. This will enable you to take the plant out of the “planter” and water it.
- If you can’t leave it in the pot, then make sure to add rocks in the bottom of your vessel for drainage.
- Some vessels won’t allow you to to plant directly in them (like the wooden bowl linked below) so choose your plant that goes into it wisely. A hanging basket-type plant (like a pothos) that will drape over the sides will help cover the plant pot.
10 Must Buy Items To Use As Planters
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If you end up buying one – let me know!! I want to know I’m not the only one doing this. =)
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Jenna says
December 9, 2016 at 7:49 amLove these ideas!! I would have never thought to look in the kitchen section. Now I’m going to have to make a Target run!
Ashley Mayes says
January 2, 2017 at 1:35 pmFor sure! Head there now. =)
swaydehead says
December 9, 2016 at 7:59 amI have a wonderful planter that is one of those 3 dollar gold wire baskets and a white plastic pot that was 75 cents that I put inside. All from Target. It’s always so pricey to find large pots for my big plants, and this one was way cheap but looked elegant. I love finding unique ways to display my plants, and I absolutely love what you’ve done. Thanks for the ideas!
Ashley Mayes says
January 2, 2017 at 1:35 pmThanks so much! Glad you’ve had great luck with it as well.
Nicole says
December 9, 2016 at 8:02 amYou’re not alone! I buy random things to use as planter as well! There are quit a few tea tins holding cacti in my bedroom!
Ashley Mayes says
January 2, 2017 at 1:36 pmTea tins sound perfect!
Charlotte W says
December 9, 2016 at 8:54 amSo clever!! I loved the brass planter in the kitchen reveal and couldn’t believe it was a trash can!!
Ashley Mayes says
January 2, 2017 at 1:36 pmhaha! I know! I browsed by that trashcan a few times before I just decided to go for it.
Mary says
December 12, 2016 at 8:21 amThank you so much for not only this post, but all of them ! I love Christmas, and it’s such a beautiful special day especially now that I have a 5yr old daughter. However it is still stressful, unfortunately it is for many. Personally with $$$, bills, presents, and the unfortunate social media “Keeping up with the Jones” show, it is such a relief for me to read this post! No pressure, no stressing over am I being a good parent? So many bloggers are sharing Christmas crafts, presents and etc..each one with perfection that it leaves those who can’t bake, or didn’t get the advent calendar out in time to do spectacular events daily with their child(ern) feel badly that their little ones are missing out. As soon as I got the chance to check your email and go over what I missed I was thrilled to see that the ones I missed all were tips,diys, and such that placed zero stress on myself and actually made me smile! Thank you and don’t get me wrong I think Christmas post can be great, but I feel so many instead of spreading the cheer, and point of Christmas are actually just spreading consumerism. (Which also has it’s place;)) I am not trying to ride a high horse cause I have definitely without thought posted on social media pics of all of the wonderful things and presents I got my child in the past. Then I realized what about that family that is struggling just to feed their children, that due to life’s ups and downs are working hard but still not making it? And realized as much as I love my baby girl just how much pain that can cause a parent. So now I can’t help but see the mom(or Dad)taking a few minutes to check out on sm and being reminded of all she can’t do for their children on Christmas. Well it makes my heart hurt and makes me think post like this are perfection right now, and I wish others would think to perhaps do more that are similar. Even would be awesome to see more that just spread the cheer, through uplifting and loving meaningful post instead. Ok I will stop overly explaining and get back to my original point to just tell you Thank you! And I love the planters, plants, and your style! Totally wonderful DIY and tips always here! By far one of my favorite quality blogs!!! Blessings to you and all of yours! Hope you all have a beautiful meaningful holiday, Sincerely Mary
Btw you can keep this comment private, I really just wanted to explain and encourage you on why I love your posts so much. I followed the Target links and thanks to you all of a sudden started to see so many beautiful classy pots or non planters for my green babies !! Yay!! Brilliant! Now to check out your mcm diy planter, and the air plant one!! Big hugs of thanks!
Ashley Mayes says
January 2, 2017 at 1:37 pmYou are so sweet, thanks for sharing Mary. Hope you had a great Holiday!