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    19 Inexpensive Planters And Flower Pots That’ll Help Your Plants Look Their Best

    Because your plant babies deserve a beautiful home.

    1. A set of self-watering planters that are as adorable as they are practical. If you can't find someone to plant-sit for you while you're on vacation, no worries at all — they will take care of themselves. Just fill up the bottom tray and the water absorption rope will keep your babies well fed for 7–10 days! 

    six white self watering planters on a shelf with different plants
    the planter in blue

    Promising review: "My husband recently bought these for my birthday and I have loved them. The self water feature is easy to use and keeps the plants watered while I am away! The color is pretty and seems to last in the sun! Would purchase again!" —Adara Zimmermann

    Get a set of six from Amazon for $19.89+ (available in three colors and three size variations)

    2. A set of sunflower-painted planters because each pot brings an ever so cheery vibe and will brighten up your home. You can even grow some sunflowers in here because you can *never* have too many!

    Promising review: "Love this set of 3 sunflower planters. The sizes are perfect, colors vibrant and love that they come with drain holes and drip trays. Very nice set." —Margaret Williams

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $18.99.

    3. A hanging glass terrarium that is perfect for plant propagation and makes for absolutely ~amazing~ decor. 

    glass terrarium filled with pebbles water and plant
    side view of two glass terrariums with plants

    The set also comes with two nail hooks so you can hang them! 

    Promising review: "The Wall Hanging Glass Terrariums Planter is nothing short of a visual delight. Each terrarium, with its clear glass and sophisticated design, serves as a window to a mini ecosystem, bringing a touch of nature directly to your walls. What struck me most was how these terrariums have the power to transform any mundane space into an artful oasis. When sunlight dances off the glass, casting gentle reflections, the effect is mesmerizing. Their placement on the wall not only saves space but also elevates the room's aesthetic, making it feel both modern and organic at the same time." —Campinggirl

    Get a set of two from Amazon for $15.99 (also available in a set of four or six).

    4. A disco ball planter so not only will you have a beautiful home for your plants but you'll be able to dance the night away with this hanging above you. It comes with a sturdy chain and a macrame hanger making for easy setup — so groovy!

    silver disco planter with plant hanging from ceiling
    rose gold disco planter with plant hanging from ceiling

    It also comes with an acrylic desk stand if you don't want to bother hanging it up!

    Promising review: "I’m completely obsessed with this disco planter! I really liked that it came with the option to use a drip line bottom feed system. The macrame hanger was a nice bonus too! Very cute planter that catches the light well. Looks like a million bucks in my collection." —Angela

    Get it from Amazon for $25.17+ (available in three colors and three sizes). 

    5. An adorable 3D-printed booty planter that comes in so many gorgeous colors. Your plants are going to look absolutely *booty*ful in these smiling pots!

    yellow green and purple butt planters with smiley faces
    Moonlit Earthworms / Etsy

    Moonlit Earthworms is a small business that specializes in 3D-printed planters!

    Promising review: "I can’t wait for my daughter to see this, she asked for 'something cute' for the plant on her desk at work. This is beyond cute!! Love it, thank you. 😊" —Amy Maher

    Get it from Moonlit Earthworms on Etsy for $13.50+ (available in 11 colors and three sizes). 

    6. toilet planter because who doesn't love a hilarious bathroom novelty item? It's the perfect thing for your tiny succulents to grow and thrive.

    Promising review: "This is the best weird pot I could ever get! It’s made very well and has a wide drainage hole at the bottom with a plastic mesh covering to prevent soil from spilling out. I’ve planted a baby pilea in mine and it’s so far been thriving in the pot! The soil stays pretty moist for a couple of days in between waterings. Makes a great gift for a plant buddy :)" —college_kid_cheap

    Get it from Amazon for $6.58+ (available in two sizes).

    7. A set of three ceramic planters with a marble glaze that look sooo much more expensive than they really are, but no one needs to know that. 🤫 They're perfect for mini succulents and you can *plant* them all around your home for decor. 

    Promising review: "These little planters were a great buy; they came well packaged and in perfect condition. The design is really cute and looks marble-y. They do have an opening for drainage and I loved that they came with the wooden saucer. Pay attention to the dimensions (they are really tiny, perfect for tiny succulents or seedlings)." —Laur

    Get a set of three from Amazon for $14.90+ (available in grey or multicolor).

    8. Or a set of five tiny ceramic planters because not all great things come in large packages. These beautifully colored tiny pots make adorable homes for succulents and cacti.

    Promising review: "These are perfect for planting real succulents or using with fake ones. The little pots are the perfect size and have a rough stone-like outside. The colors are a perfect variety of pastels. I paired with some bright succulents and they are a great addition to my living room decor. They do have little holes in the bottom for real planting. Packaged so neat and safe. Could easily gift them to someone. I kept the box and foam inserts to use for moving them." —Combatbarbie365

    Get a set of five from Amazon for $13.99.

    9. Baby Groot planter because he. is. Groot — and he demands that you put a plant in him! You can't possibly say no to housing the cutest creature (or tree?) that Marvel has ever created. 

    Promising review: "Love this little Groot plant holder! The details are so much better than I expected! I purchased the heart hands and it is too cute! Would highly recommend. Would also make a great gift for a teacher, etc. plant a succulent and it's the perfect gift!" —J. Palmer

    Get it from Amazon for $7.99.

    10. A ceramic planter that's super sleek, so if you love to keep a minimalistic household, this one's for you. It has a drainage hole and saucer to go along with it so your plants will be thriving in no time. 

    Promising review: "At first I thought the price was a bit steep...but as soon as I received the planter I was thrilled with it. It comes with everything you need and it looks really nice and clean. It already has a drain hole...also comes with a plug if you wanna plug the hole up. Comes with filler so that the water can drain easier. The saucer is not attached to the planter but when placed underneath it looks as if it is and looks really modern and clean. Also came with a little net to put over the drain hole so that the dirt does not leak out into the saucer. Very cool product and I highly recommend it!!!" —Wojciech Kielar

    Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in four sizes and nine colors).

    11. An herb planter set so you can grow your own basil, mint, rosemary, and anything else you love to cook with. It'll turn your kitchen window sill into a aesthetic indoor garden!

    Promising review: "The Barnyard Designs Farmhouse Herb Garden Planter Set is a charming indoor planter with a tray. Its rustic design adds a touch of farmhouse style to any space. Perfect for growing herbs indoors, it's a functional and aesthetically pleasing addition to your home." —Charming Indoor Planter

    Get it from Amazon for $24.95 (available in six colors).

    12. A half-face planter that'll give your home an artsy museum vibe. You can even give the sculpture some silly hair with some strings of pearls or maybe even some string of dolphins?

    Reviewer's half face planter is shown on a shelf
    black and gold half face planters with flowers growing in them

    Promising review: "Purchased as an accent piece for my home. It looks exactly as pictured and is very lightweight. Looks like a high-end Jonathan Adler-esque piece." —Jasmine Dickerson

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in four colors).

    13. succulent planter for your cottagecore aesthetic that features some adorable mushrooms and an owl. Alice in Wonderland whooo?

    Promising review: "This is such a pretty planter. It's very detailed and I like that it has a drain hole. It will work great for a succulent." —The Ellers

    Get it from Amazon for $8.53.

    14. plant hanger and ceramic pot combo, because your string plants would look beautiful cascading down from it.

    Promising review: "Omg love this plant hanger! Very sturdy and the ceramic pot part is beautiful and thick. Not flimsy or cheap! Great purchase especially for the price. In real life it is exactly as the product looks in the advertised picture." —Customer

    Get it from Amazon for $11.99.

    15. A set of large plant pots to hold both indoor and outdoor plants and add a pop of color wherever you put them. They each come with drainage holes and a matching saucer that'll help prevent you from overwatering. 

    Promising review: "This set is roomy and very sturdy with a nice classic shape and design, plus they come in three different colors. Each one has a matching saucer with high sides. The inside of the pots have a few drainage holes. They were easy to work with, and are lightweight compared to heavy ceramics. Already had some compliments on the beautiful colors and style." —EdE

    Get a set of six for $19.68 (available in four styles). 

    16. A boho ceramic planter that'll give your leafy plants a thriving environment plus look ~fantastique~ in your home. Plus it comes with a bamboo tray that makes it look all the better.

    Promising review: "Solid, well-made, beautiful plant pot. Looks even better in person than in the listing. It has a drainage hole and the catch dish is removable. This is excellent." —HappyLife

    Get it from Amazon for $13.98.

    17. A rainbow head planter because who doesn't need a little more quirk and color in their indoor garden? Plus, it's got a drainage hole so you don't have to worry about root rot.

    Smiling theatrical mask-themed planter with purple-leafed plant by a window, snow outside

    18. A plastic urn planter that'll give your home a little bit of oomph. The texture is so convincing, nobody will know it's made of a sturdy plastic.

    19. A dog planter because it's the next best thing to having a pup of your own.

    A decorative planter shaped like a dog's head filled with small yellow flowers

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