Stylish And Decorative Indoor Plant Containers To Bring The Outdoors In
Finding the right indoor plant containers to bring the outdoors into a space can help add another level of energy. House plants have been indicated in study after study to correlate with improved health, lower stress, and a cleaner indoor environment. Why not go ahead and dive into this trend? It may seem daunting at first, especially to those who view themselves as having black thumbs. Starting out with the right guidance, however, will help most people figure out just how easy it can be to not only incorporate plants into your design, but to keep them alive and thriving in a space. To help achieve this, here are some stylish and decorative indoor plant containers to bring the outdoors into your home.
Plants, They Aren’t Just Pretty To Look At
Having houseplants around can do more than just make a space look more inviting. They can impact other aspects of life such as the over all quality of indoor environments and overall psychological well-being. It’s obvious that when a space looks attractive then it will feel less stressful. Plants, however, can do little things besides just look pretty. These things may go unseen, but they certainly do not go unfelt. This is way NASA has been studying their effects for some time.
- As plants transpire, or release excess water through their leaves, they help to add humidity to a room which can be useful during the dry winter months.
- Plants breathe just like us, except they exchange gasses opposite than we do. Plants will take in carbon dioxide as they “breathe” in and release oxygen as the “breathe” out. This can add a sense of freshness to the air in a space.
- Interaction with plants have been shown in studies to help reduce overall stress and anxiety levels.
- Bringing flowers to a hospital room isn’t just a cliché ritual. Plants have been shown to aid in the healing and recovery process. It can actually help someone get better faster.
Plants, They Aren’t Just Pretty To Look At
Having houseplants around can do more than just make a space look more inviting. They can impact other aspects of life such as the over all quality of indoor environments and overall psychological well-being. It’s obvious that when a space looks attractive then it will feel less stressful. Plants, however, can do little things besides just look pretty. These things may go unseen, but they certainly do not go unfelt. This is way NASA has been studying their effects for some time.
- As plants transpire, or release excess water through their leaves, they help to add humidity to a room which can be useful during the dry winter months.
- Plants breathe just like us, except they exchange gasses opposite than we do. Plants will take in carbon dioxide as they “breathe” in and release oxygen as the “breathe” out. This can add a sense of freshness to the air in a space.
- Interaction with plants have been shown in studies to help reduce overall stress and anxiety levels.
- Bringing flowers to a hospital room isn’t just a cliché ritual. Plants have been shown to aid in the healing and recovery process. It can actually help someone get better faster.
It Looked Gorgeous, But What A Piece Of Work!
When growing plants indoors, certain factors need to be considered. First and foremost, the type of plant can make all the difference. Of course, a visually pleasing plant may be nice, but if taking care of it is overly complicated it can quickly become a chore. Just like people, plants need specific, sable conditions in order to thrive. That’s why it’s important to think out the incorporation of plants into a space before purchasing them. When a plant doesn’t like the conditions it’s been placed it in, then it will require much more work to keep it alive.
- Like most people, plants do not like constant change. They become accustomed to the conditions of where they have been placed. Moving them around constantly will add to the maintenance they will require.
- Some people like hot temperatures while others cooler. Plants are no different. Be mindful of the conditions of the space being considering.
- Humidity is another key aspect. Plants need water to dissolve the nutrients they need to survive. Climate controlled spaces will dry out the plant’s soil far more quickly than if it were outdoors. Make sure to note the watering needs of a particular plant.
- Space can be a limiting factor for plants. Do NOT stuff a plant into a tight spot on the shelf. Plants breathe through their leaves and, as a result, need good airflow. If space is limited then look for plants that can grow well in cramped conditions.
- Light is essential. It is how plants receive the energy they require to remain alive. Make sure to note the level of light a specific plant requires. Some need to be in full sun most of the day while others can survive just fine in mostly shaded spaces.
It Looked Gorgeous, But What A Piece Of Work!
When growing plants indoors, certain factors need to be considered. First and foremost, the type of plant can make all the difference. Of course, a visually pleasing plant may be nice, but if taking care of it is overly complicated it can quickly become a chore. Just like people, plants need specific, sable conditions in order to thrive. That’s why it’s important to think out the incorporation of plants into a space before purchasing them. When a plant doesn’t like the conditions it’s been placed it in, then it will require much more work to keep it alive.
- Like most people, plants do not like constant change. They become accustomed to the conditions of where they have been placed. Moving them around constantly will add to the maintenance they will require.
- Some people like hot temperatures while others cooler. Plants are no different. Be mindful of the conditions of the space being considering.
- Humidity is another key aspect. Plants need water to dissolve the nutrients they need to survive. Climate controlled spaces will dry out the plant’s soil far more quickly than if it were outdoors. Make sure to note the watering needs of a particular plant.
- Space can be a limiting factor for plants. Do NOT stuff a plant into a tight spot on the shelf. Plants breathe through their leaves and, as a result, need good airflow. If space is limited then look for plants that can grow well in cramped conditions.
- Light is essential. It is how plants receive the energy they require to remain alive. Make sure to note the level of light a specific plant requires. Some need to be in full sun most of the day while others can survive just fine in mostly shaded spaces.
Size Isn’t The Only Thing That Matters…
Just as important as considering the environmental conditions a plants requires, the type of pot needs some thought. A pot should be attractive and fit into the design of the space, but it also needs to keep the plant alive. Important factors, outside of how visually pleasing it looks, are size, drainage, and durability. Those are going to determine how well your plant can thrive and how much work you will need preform to keep your plant that way.
Draining is of vital importance when growing plants traditionally in soil. Constantly sitting in water will cause the roots of plants to rot. Water will act to dissolve the root tissues as well as the nutrients in the soil. For most plants, the soil should never become bone dry, but never keep it swampy.
Pot size can be a bit controversial depending on where you look for advice. Generally, unless it is specified for the type of plant picked out, smaller pots allow more water to be utilized by the plant. Larger ones will dry out a bit faster and need watering more often. Also pay attention to the room a particular plant requires so the it doesn’t become root bound.
Size Isn’t The Only Thing That Matters…
Just as important as considering the environmental conditions a plants requires, the type of pot needs some thought. A pot should be attractive and fit into the design of the space, but it also needs to keep the plant alive. Important factors, outside of how visually pleasing it looks, are size, drainage, and durability. Those are going to determine how well your plant can thrive and how much work you will need preform to keep your plant that way.
Draining is of vital importance when growing plants traditionally in soil. Constantly sitting in water will cause the roots of plants to rot. Water will act to dissolve the root tissues as well as the nutrients in the soil. For most plants, the soil should never become bone dry, but never keep it swampy.
Pot size can be a bit controversial depending on where you look for advice. Generally, unless it is specified for the type of plant picked out, smaller pots allow more water to be utilized by the plant. Larger ones will dry out a bit faster and need watering more often. Also pay attention to the room a particular plant requires so the it doesn’t become root bound.
Things Can Get A Bit Weighty
Durability versus convenience is a compromise that will have to balanced. The most basic choices to be made in this area are terracotta, plastic, or ceramic. I personally love the red-orange, browns, and beige colors of terracotta and other clay pots. They are, however, fairly delicate and can break easily. Also, they do tend to dry out faster than other options and are more susceptible to temperature extremes. One plus is that you can easily spot the moisture level in the pot and that can aid with watering decisions.
Plastic pots by far are the most inexpensive option and are very lightweight. That makes them easier to move around when needed. They can come in a variety of colors and patterns which places them among the most versatile design-wise. There is an Achilles heel, however. If you place them in the sun for long periods each day they can quickly become quite brittle and burst apart.
Ceramic pots look great but they have limited uses. Most of the options out there do not have drainage holes. They can be great for succulents that do not require frequent watering and therefore do not necessarily need immediate draining. For use with other more water hungry plants a drainage hole can be drilled, but be very careful as these tend to be among the most expensive pot options. One slip of the drill can be a rather costly mistake!
Things Can Get A Bit Weighty
Durability versus convenience is a compromise that will have to balanced. The most basic choices to be made in this area are terracotta, plastic, or ceramic. I personally love the red-orange, browns, and beige colors of terracotta and other clay pots. They are, however, fairly delicate and can break easily. Also, they do tend to dry out faster than other options and are more susceptible to temperature extremes. One plus is that you can easily spot the moisture level in the pot and that can aid with watering decisions.
Plastic pots by far are the most inexpensive option and are very lightweight. That makes them easier to move around when needed. They can come in a variety of colors and patterns which places them among the most versatile design-wise. There is an Achilles heel, however. If you place them in the sun for long periods each day they can quickly become quite brittle and burst apart.
Ceramic pots look great but they have limited uses. Most of the options out there do not have drainage holes. They can be great for succulents that do not require frequent watering and therefore do not necessarily need immediate draining. For use with other more water hungry plants a drainage hole can be drilled, but be very careful as these tend to be among the most expensive pot options. One slip of the drill can be a rather costly mistake!
Floor & Table Top Planters
Floor and table-top planters are by far the most commonly found option. These fit in a lot of places to incorporate plants into any space. They are relatively easy to set up and mesh into most design styles. Here are a couple great looking stylish and decorative indoor floor and table top plant containers.
Wall Mounted Planters
Everyone has got wall space, so why not spruce it up with some plants? Transform that blank problem spot easily with a few stylish and decorative wall mounted indoor plant containers. This is sure to make your space that much more inviting.
Hanging Planters
Hanging planters are an excellent way to use plants as an accent or bring some depth to a corner. There are a lot of options to choose from that can either be hung directly off a wall, from your ceiling, or from your window frame. Here are a few stylish and decorative hanging indoor plant containers.
Go Ahead, Create That Indoor Jungle
Indoor potted plants can be a relatively inexpensive way to kick up the look of any space. By the same token, they can also become quite an overwhelming chore if the wrong ones are picked out. First, determine what environmental conditions the space can offer and choose plants that will thrive in that space with minimal effort. Also, pick out the right type of pot! Yes, you may have fallen in love with a specific planter. If it doesn’t meet the needs of the plant then it will quickly become a chore to keep it alive. A wide variety of options are out there so there is definitely something that will allow for the incorporation of most plants. Go ahead, bring the outdoors in with these stylish and decorative indoor plant containers.
Thank you for this nice post, I find it really interesting and nice looking at all those images of indoor plants up here, I must be honest with you it is such a wonderful design to be but my favorite from this list is the Ceramic Hanging Geometric Wall Decor Container,it looks simple and classy info think I need something of that nature in my apartment.
I really liked the simple clean look of those containers as well. I think they will be great for plants that will not need much water like succulents or even air plants that will just use the water vapor already floating around your space.
Hello! While I don’t consider myself to have a green thumb at all, we have just moved into a new (to us) home and I’m looking for fun ideas for decor. I have zero plants, but your article is working on me! I really like the tabletop planters that you have listed. Tempting! The wall-mount planters are adorable and would match my farmhouse theme! I also appreciate all of the information you have provided about different types of plants as well. This is a very informative article. Thank you! Blessings!
Thanks! To be honest, I hadn’t really thought much about using wall mounted planters before but it really makes a lot of sense. It’s let me bring some green into my small space without taking up much room at all. I’m glad I could pass that idea along!
My wife and I love to keep succulents around the house. Not only are they easy to maintain, but they also bring a nice touch of green to any room they are in. I especially love the the Dangling Southwest Desert Pot Set. It’s such a cool design and really brings that rustic feel that many traditional pots don’t have. Do you have any recommendations for growing herbs inside and what kind of container would suit them best?
I haven’t tried much in the way of herb growing indoors. I do know that most of the usual kitchen herbs like to be soaked periodically then let to dry out a bit before they next watering. I think this mimics the rain pattern they would normally be subject to outdoors. Basil can make a rather forgiving test case. It will be a bit dramatic when you’ve let it go to long without water but will perk right up quickly. Like most plants, they will not show much signs of over watering until it’s nearly too late so it’s best to err on the side of dry rather than wet. Just make sure you read the care instructions for the herbs you by and have containers that can drain properly.
I am even embarrassed to say that a few of my houseplants are in used food jars and containers. I have never put serious consideration in their look to say the least. I think I have a long way in terms of decor. Those are great tips on how to take care of the plants and what to look for in plant pots. I love the simplicity of the Resin Indoor Outdoor Planters.I might have full plants but I will work on my container plants as a matte of urgency. Great article once again.
You don’t really even have to replant the ones you have in the reused food jars unless they are in need of it. If the plant is already thriving then find a container that you both like the look of and you can just set the jar into. Spruce up the look with minimal mess!