Concrete planters are especially well suited to industrial, modern, and minimalist – and let’s not forget about the outdoors! Unsealed, concrete takes on tremendous character from the elements, and sealed options will last a lifetime with proper care. Even better, avid DIY enthusiasts can easily paint or stain those beloved concrete planters to match their favorite styles of the season. Even the smallest concrete are unlikely to blow away or fall prey to the bump of a tail or paw of a cat. This post covers 32 of our favorite designs with links to snap them up for yourself.
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Too cool! Three separate compartments serve as tiny rooftop gardens, appealing to anyone who feels love or nostalgia for the city.
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Here’s another planter that includes sleek stairs, a great gift for a minimalist design fan or somebody who collects surrealist artwork.
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Everyday forms make for exceptionally whimsical planters. It’s easy to see this piece in a kitchen or near a dining table, but it’s suitable for charming outdoor gardens as well.
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Desk ambiance is crucial to anyone who spends long hours behind a keyboard, and this planter can definitely liven things up a bit. It includes plenty of space to customize your own tiny garden but also leaves room for pens and paperclips beneath. The penholder has a projecting lip that might even be able to double as a phone or tablet holder if you use a case that can stand up to concrete.
Buy It: $34
Concrete Wine Bottle Planter: Are you looking for a gift for a wine enthusiast that isn’t just another corkscrew or novelty glass? This piece would look lovely in any kitchen.
Buy It: $19
Concrete Head Planter: Oh, these are a little bit surreal aren’t they? These creative planters can take on different personalities depending on context – they might look like elegant vintage statuettes in a classic garden, or spooky alongside Halloween decorations or gothic decor.
Buy It: $12
Concrete Owl Planters: These little concrete owls are definitely adorable enough to capture attention even when they’re empty between plantings. Each one includes a drainage hole to accommodate a variety of small and medium plants.
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While concrete planters are usually easy to coordinate, this set of three makes it effortless. These planters are especially easy to handle thanks to the lightweight blended concrete and fiber construction.
Buy It: $164
Concrete Gladstone Bag Plant Holder: Shaped like a classic Gladstone bag, this planter may appeal to vintage suitcase collectors and avid travelers alike. Incredibly detailed casting combines art and function in a way that is sure to turn heads.
Buy It: $16
Concrete Motorcycle Planter: Delivery motorcycles have never looked so cute! If you’ve moved away from a location where these are common, this piece might help cure some of that nostalgia. This adorable planter is also available in a vivid blue.
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Are you looking for the perfect accent for your futurist or industrial themed interior? This extra-large planter looks like a nuclear power station’s steam stack, large enough to support bamboo or even a small tree.
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Fans of the Brutalist architecture movement might find this planter especially interesting. It stands at a little more than 16 inches high, 23 inches wide, and 12 inches deep – yet its construction includes fiberglass, bringing the weight to a manageable 37 pounds.
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Star Wars Themed Concrete Planters: There’s no wrong way to incorporate . These succulent planters are just fantastic, and the small planter holes ensure that your greenery won’t cover up too much of the incredible detail.
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At first glance, the outside of this planter really does look just like natural bark. But unlike real bark covering that can crumble and peel over time, this one will continue looking good as new for years to come.
Buy It: $28
Concrete Mandala Planter: Each of these planters are hand-painted by the artist. Choose from natural or charcoal-dyed concrete and select your favorite from a huge range of flat and metallic colors to complement your decor theme.
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A dash of color can make even the most rugged material look chic as can be. These small planters combine undyed concrete with beautiful sky blue stain. The planter cavities – on all sizes – are only 2 inches wide and 2 inches deep, suitable for small to medium sized succulents.
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Here’s the same style of planter, this time with luxurious gold accents. It’s definitely an interesting contrast!
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Don’t you just love the deep dappled surface of these substantial square planters? Like the previous two designs, these planters are only suitable for small succulents or flower buds due to the small inner cavity.
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And again, here’s the same style of planter but this time with accents in gold.
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Cute! While this triangular planter looks very stylish on its own, it would also make a perfect candidate for a modular arrangement if you have the budget to invest in multiples. These are rated for indoors or out, and come with cork pads on the bottom for placement on even the most delicate furniture.
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It’s hard to find a planter more minimalistic than this textural concrete cube. It measures six inches in every direction, and is made from a concrete and fiber mix for a total weight of only 4 pounds.
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Anyone with a faulty green thumb knows that there is no such thing as an “indestructible” houseplant – but these artificial succulents are different! This planter would be perfect for an office or vacation home that ends up empty for long periods.
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Planters that offer enough space to organize a landscape are so much fun. This one sits at only 3 inches deep to ensure it fits on thinner windowsills, great for cactuses and succulents that require direct sunlight.
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Rustic and charming, this textured concrete planter offers a little more warmth than many of the ultra-urban options listed in this guide. The exterior almost looks like stone pavers. It’s 9 inches long and a little over 3 inches wide and deep, great for a desk or windowsill.
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Multipurpose planters are so cool! This one has an extra compart to hold small objects like pens or business cards – but consider opting for something less prickly than a cactus if you plan to use it as anything other than a decoration or bookend.
Buy It: $40
Hanging Concrete Planter: Now it’s time to move into geometric planter territory. These hanging cone-shaped planters are available in a dazzling array of color themes, sometimes including other materials like wrapped twine as an embellishment.
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Simple, organic, and irresistible – these handmade spherical planters have tremendous character despite their streamlined forms. They’re available as a set of three, and each one will show off the slight differences that make handmade items so special.
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Here’s a similar set but this time with a band of glamorous gold paint.
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The polygon trend remains strong. This planter is a great compromise between minimalism and deco. Each one is handcrafted in Seattle.
Buy It: $35
Trio Of Geometric Concrete Planters: Here’s a great set of three planters for anyone who doesn’t have time to seek out coordinated pots for a cohesive yet varied arrangement. This set is available in a variety of tints to match your interior or exterior theme.
Buy It: $30
Patterned Concrete Planter: Although this list has included a few good examples, it remains a little difficult to track down concrete planters with decorative patterns. These are engraved for lasting beauty. The drainage hole makes them appropriate for outdoor use, where the engraved surface is sure to pick up rich character from the elements.
Buy It: $1145
Concrete Bench Planter: So cool! This bench planter would look incredible outside of a business or inside a lobby, or even in the entryway of your home.
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