Yahoo Lifestyle12 Cute Homes For Your Best Plant Pals
You buy plants for your house, but what about houses for your plants? Consider how much luscious foliage is breathing life into your apartment only to be left roughin’ it in that plastic container you bought it in. It’s time to play real-estate agent for your favorite green friend and find her a new worthy home within your house.
The average house plant only requires a simple container with a drainage hole and enough room for its roots to flourish — so, they’re more than easy to vamp up! Artists and retailers have taken advantage of these minimal necessities to create a bountiful range of pots that are equal parts adorable and functional. While your leafy philodendron rests in a less-than-spectacular throwaway vessel, other house plants are living their best lives sprouted in terracotta heads and shining from reasonably priced gold-plated planters.
Ahead, discover 12 such shining homes for your best plant pals that will more than measure up to its brightening abilities. Your plant deserves more, and so do you.
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Uncommon Goods Coconut Fiber Pug Planter
A cute and tiny pug planter...but make it sustainable! This adorable planter is made from eco-friendly coconut fibers, wicker, and string. Pair this cute pug pot with a cute plant and gaze at it in adorable awe.
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Uncommon Goods Dog Planter, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Alvida Pot
Although this planter has a lovely floral design, it’s not the best home for flowers. Instead, place your favorite succulents or any other small sprouts inside this pot for some refreshing decor.
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Anthropologie Alvida Pot, $, available at Anthropologie
Ceramic Vase
Why the long face? Probably because you don’t own this planter yet.
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H&M Ceramic Vase, $, available at H&M
Cream Dog Ceramic Planter
This pup looks like he has a secret that we’ll never know, but we do know that he would look great on a windowsill or on your WFH desk.
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Cost Plus World Market Cream Dog Ceramic Planter, $, available at Cost Plus World Market
Disco Ball Planter
If you love your plant but feel like it just needs a little extra “pizazz” then it’s time to invest in a disco ball planter.
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OriginalDiscoPlanter Disco Ball Planter, $, available at Etsy
Urban Outfitters Hideaway Panda Storage Planter
The true definition of function and style! Although some do not subscribe to the hideaway key lifestyle, this panda pot could still be used for something like leaving notes — or, simply for housing your best plant pal. It is a win-win no matter what you choose.
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Urban Outfitters Panda Storage Planter, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Etsy Booty Pot
For booty lovers and peach emoji fanatics alike. Choose from a large 5-inch wide booty or a smaller 2.5-incher in an assortment of colors! These pots are a fun addition to any room and are a subtle way to show off your “cheeky” personality.
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Adajen3d Booty Pot, $, available at Etsy
World Market Brushed Gold Planter With Stand
For the minimalists that still live for glam: add a touch of sparkle to your all-white spotless kitchen with one of these golden plant homes and a nice small leafy friend. Or, for the maximalists who can’t stop adding things to their space: take advantage of this planter’s bright-yet-sleek design and add color to a room without overwhelming it.
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Cost Plus World Market Brushed Gold Planter, $, available at Cost Plus World Market
Etsy Happy Family Plant Pot
Is it too much to say that we all aspire to be as cool, calm, and collected as this pot? Regardless, this bold statement planter is just radiating personalized energy and we are here for it.
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wowsucculents Happy Family, $, available at Etsy
Uncommon Goods Perfectly Watered Planter Pot
Where old-fashion gardening meets high-tech gadgetry. You simply fill the “glass reservoir” with water and the plant’s roots do the rest! They soak up exactly what they need while you're left to appreciate your plant’s beauty from afar — aka if you enjoy the look of plants but dislike the upkeep, this pot is for you.
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Uncommon Goods Perfectly Watered Plant Pot, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Amazon Ceramic Sitting Human Shaped Planter
Find these human planters a new leafy hairdo, perch them beside one another on a windowsill, and you’re all set. This is a spot-on option for minimalists looking both to house their succulents and add a splash of art to their space.
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IMIKEYA Human Shaped Pot, $, available at Amazon
Anthropologie Nazaar Footed Pot
A chic hand-painted pot that brings style to your plant. At 5 inches tall and 6.25 inches wide, this pot is optimal for small to medium-size house plants and would look just stunning on a windowsill.
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Anthropologie Nazaar Footed Pot, $, available at Anthropologie
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