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6 Best Planters of 2024: The Official List

Show off your green thumb in the best planters of 2024. Our editors, designers and customers are loving these all-stars for their durability and style. Built for most kinds of houseplants and great for faux plants, the best planters of the year have your back for watering, soil and greenery.

Best Overall

1. White Iron Planter

Best Feature: - high-quality holder for most types of plants

Size: 8.9"W x 8.9"D x 12.45"H

Why It's a Designer's Favorite: "This sleek style feels like a different mix of Scandi and Art Deco. Its rounded edges and metal iron frame can rescue dull spaces — and growing plants." - Adrian Palacios, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Multi purpose and looks great everywhere. I really like the color." - Ishycakes

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2. Grey Planter

Best Features: - for succulents and indoor plants - weather-resistant

Size: 16"W x 16"D x 17"H

Why It's a Designer's Favorite: "This is simple, affordable and comes as a matching set. I love it as accents for a pool landscape or dining area." - Adrian Palacios, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Very easy to install the legs. Quality is good and the planters are sturdy - not worried about my plants tipping over." - CandaceL

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Best Metal Planter

3. Gold Planter

Best Feature: - best plant pot to serve as centerpiece

Size: 11"W x 11"D x 22"H

Why It's a Designer's Favorite: "As with other designs on this list, it's best to stick with houseplants that require minimal water, as there are no drainage holes. However, I love this for my own window seating area, as the warm 'golden hour' color adds a note of home. Plus, setting up a drainage tray beneath the plastic pot can be done in a cinch inside these beautiful containers." - Adrian Palacios, LS Designer

Featured Review: "I love my gold planter pots. I get so many compliments on them." - Sajara

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4. Grey Metal Planter

Best Features: - large planters - can also serve as outdoor planters

Size: 14"W x 14"D x 23"H

Why It's a Designer's Favorite: "I just think the coloring of these planters make the best contrast for Mother Nature. It really adds subtle style that looks effortless and natural. You can imagine beautiful ivy leaves or monstera shapes draping over it!" - Adrian Palacios, LS Designer

Featured Review: "The quality was very good and space saving. I really like the material the pots are made from." - Tevin

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Best Splurge

5. Grey Wood Planter

Best Feature: - great as flower pot to small plants on garden beds + outdoor spaces

Size: 9.85"W x 9.85"D x 14.3"H

Why It's a Designer's Favorite: "This on-trend statement is durable, and will keep your plants, with the right care, alive and thriving. This set works great for springtime foliage." - Adrian Palacios, LS Designer

Featured Review: "They look nice, they’re light weight and very well packed." - JQ11

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6. Silver Aluminum Planter

Best Features: - garden planters - set of 3

Size: 16"W x 16"D x 21"H

Why It's a Designer's Favorite: "If you're on a budget, this may be a little pricey. But for splurging, this will get you a very large container set with a gorgeous hammered metal look. It's a beautiful statement piece that will really elevate the look of indoor trees, faux or real, and draw the eye toward your beloved greenery." - Adrian Palacios, LS Designer

Featured Review: "Beautiful accent piece that give a little sparkle to any room." - Anonymous

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Hanging Planters

Ceramic Planters

What is the best thing to put in the bottom of planters?

To ensure proper drainage and prevent root rot, it's important to add a layer of materials at the bottom of your planters. Here are some effective options:
  • Gravel or Small Rocks: These help with drainage by allowing excess water to flow through easily.
  • Broken Pottery or Tiles: Recycled shards can serve the same purpose as gravel. 
  • Charcoal: Activated charcoal can help absorb impurities and odors if you are planting indoors.

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