{"id":6841,"date":"2018-08-16T00:22:45","date_gmt":"2018-08-15T13:22:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/?p=6841"},"modified":"2024-01-08T14:00:32","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T03:00:32","slug":"10-quirky-container-ideas-for-your-plants","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.airtasker.com\/blog\/uk\/10-quirky-container-ideas-for-your-plants\/","title":{"rendered":"10 quirky container ideas for your plants"},"content":{"rendered":"

Container gardening has a ton of advantages over traditional ‘from the ground’ gardening.<\/p>\n

If you want to practice\u00a0eco-friendly gardening<\/a>, you’ll be happy to learn that using containers saves water and fertilisers. It’s also easier to prevent pests, and you can move your containers around to a new location whenever<\/em> you feel like it.<\/p>\n

Sold?<\/p>\n

There’s more.<\/p>\n

Using a quirkier container can really liven things up in your garden. And you can really get creative with your choices, as you’ll find that you can use pretty much anything<\/em> as a planter.<\/p>\n

Read on for some container gardening inspiration<\/a>:<\/p>\n

1. Cupcake cases<\/h2>\n

How cute can plant containers really get? Cupcake cute, that’s what. See below.<\/p>\n

This idea would work well with mini succulents.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – flowerona.com<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

2. Teacups<\/h2>\n

Make use of your favourite old cuppa by planting little gardens in them. Cute little cacti could work well in teacups too – all you need is some cactus soil and small pebbles.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – theheartysoul.com<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

Want to grow herbs in your teacups? Just drill a hole at the bottom of the cup first.<\/div>\n

3. Boots<\/h2>\n

Dust off those wellies. Whether they’re a basic black or a pretty pattern, they can make a perfect home for your next plant.<\/p>\n

Poke some holes at the bottom for extra drainage.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – enthusedmonkey.blogspot.com<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

4. Muffin tins (for herbs)<\/h2>\n

Want to grow your own herbs? A muffin tin is the ideal spot to do so, with the perfectly compartmentalised sections making it super easy to work with.<\/p>\n

Just up-cycle the rusty old tin you have lying at the back of your kitchen cupboard (we all have one).<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – apartmenttherapy.com<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

5. Vibrant tins<\/h2>\n

For a splash of colour in your garden (or for indoor plants), turn to your kitchen cupboard again.<\/p>\n

Tins and cans are perfectly designed to be planters, and especially easy to plant in if you’re a beginner to this whole gardening thing.<\/p>\n

Wash out thoroughly after devouring the food it came with.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest –\u00a0rocknrollbride.com<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

6. Bags<\/h2>\n

Yep, even an IKEA bag will do the trick.<\/p>\n

Tote bags are particularly great for growing any fruit and veg, thanks to their sturdy nature.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – dailymail.co.uk<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Want more gardening inspiration<\/a>? Turn to skilled gardeners on Airtasker.<\/div>\n

7. Buckets<\/h2>\n

This is a budget-friendly plant container option that can actually look surprisingly pretty (well, depending on the bucket you choose, obv).<\/p>\n

You can decorate and paint your planter buckets as you please. Just don’t forget to add that hole at the bottom for drainage.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – idealhome.co.uk<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

8. Garden chairs<\/h2>\n

Got a couple of old chairs lying about? Before chucking away, consider using them as planters.<\/p>\n

It’s simple. Just make hole in the seat of the chair and fit a basic container in it.<\/p>\n

It looks a lot prettier than it sounds.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – gardentherapy.ca<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

9. Glass containers (for terrariums)<\/h2>\n

Terrariums, our old favourite. The great thing about these little cuties is they can be planted in pretty much any glass container.<\/p>\n

Pick something quirky and unexpected.\u00a0Case in point below.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – google.com.au<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

10. Birdcages<\/h2>\n

Birdcages make beautiful vessels for plants and flowers. Get an ornate or vintage one to add a touch of whimsy to your garden.<\/p>\n

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Source: Pinterest – diyandmag.com<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

Want to make your garden dreams a reality? Find trusted and local gardeners <\/a>with Airtasker.<\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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