x 5'3 Forest Linear Corner Wooden Planter – this product weighs 68kgs and holds up to 230 litres of soil. As you can see, especially when filled with soil it would need very careful handling A fairy kneeling on a jello mold. A fence of butter knives. These are just a couple of the vintage kitchen items Charlene incorporated into her adorable herb garden.

Kate has a few terrariums in her home. The tipped round globe is a quirky and stylish home to a variety of succulents. Birch logs and succulents might seem to be an unlikely pairing but together they make an unusual and stunning centerpiece. Beth at Home Stories A to Z built her own little house for planting succulents. Adorable! It gives a whole new meaning to “house plants”. 😉 But the benefits don't stop there. The act of keeping and looking after plants has upshots of its own. "Most plants are extremely easy to look after, but the simple act of tending to them gives your mind a chance to unwind and nurture something," says Cheshire. "Research has found that a bit of green can have a positive impact on productivity and concentration." Shop GQ’s edit of the best plant pots to buy:In the same way a suit is never complete without the perfect pair of formal shoes and a bed isn't a bed without a comfy mattress, no plant should be without a stylish plant pot. That's just a fact. Because the plants are so close, it's easier to spot the small imperfections, so choose low-maintenance varieties that are self-cleaning or need little deadheading. Have a plan for watering: Use saucers or remove the container from the table before watering to prevent any water stains. Brush your hand through the foliage in this tabletop planter and inhale. You’ll be rewarded with soft herbal scents from lemon thyme and tricolor sage. Don’t be afraid to snip an occasional stem or leaves for your kitchen. ‘Kent Beauty’ ornamental oregano isn’t used for cooking, but its papery flowers can be dried easily for arrangements. Keep this drought-tolerant planting in full sun and go easy on the watering or the roots may rot.

Liz Marie saved this old light fixture from the dumpster, added some moss and a little nest. Thus creating a charming no-fuss terrarium! As the weather changes and the flowers start to wane outside, it’s a great time to focus on bringing natural beauty indoors. I’ve gathered some beautiful and unique ideas for creating your own tabletop gardens. For those with less time to water, may I suggest trying one of the succulent or cacti gardens. Regardless of the plants you use, I love the wide variety of creative containers used for these mini-environments. Tabletop Gardens and Terrariums IdeasSara created a succulent garden for her patio in an outdoor ceiling light fixture. What a great example of upcycling and proof that you can use all sorts of containers for a terrarium. These are containers you’re going to be able to see up close so plants with dainty flowers and fine foliage really get a chance to shine. Opt for two to four repeated plants, to help make sure your tabletop planter looks pretty from all angles. That way no matter where you sit, you’ll have a good view. Think about the maintenance There are only two plants in this terra-cotta bowl, but that’s enough to be the center of attention for months for a tabletop planting. An underplanting of white vinca is perfect to set off the playful orbs springing from the globe amaranth. Make sure your planting partners share the same growing needs. Both globe amaranth and vinca thrive in the heat of full sun and tolerate drying out a bit between watering. Cut flower tip Forget-me-not flowers are a favorite of early spring pollinators, so you might even get a visitor or two while seated at your table. This container needs part sun in early spring, but as the days get hotter, heavier afternoon shade will help extend their life. Keeping plants indoors can have a range of benefits to health and wellbeing. "Many studies have shown that just being around nature makes us feel more relaxed," said Cheshire, "green is a colour our brain finds naturally soothing, so bringing a few plants into a room can immediately make it a nicer place to be."

Those sweet, round globe amaranth blooms make a long-lasting cut flower for bouquets and even better dried flower — just cut a stem when the blossom is fully opened and hang it upside down in a dark, dry spot for about three weeks. Water Gardens are a stunning idea for tabletop displays. Megan created this lovely centerpiece that will take her all the way through winter (and beyond!) Trust our wooden planters range, which is brought to you at a competitive price by the leading manufacturer, Forest Garden. All of our outdoor garden planters are pressure treated for longevity and anti-rot purposes and are supplied with a fifteen year guarantee within the cost. According to Dictionary.com, garden planters are "a decorative container, of a variety of sizes and shapes, for growing flowers or ornamental plants."Brittany created a tabletop garden with this lovely cloche, adding color and sparkle with crushed glass.