20 things you can use instead of pots to plant flowers, vegies and seedlings
You don't have to head to the shops when you need a planter, chances are there is something around the house you can use instead.
The possibilities are pretty much endless, with your imagination the only limit to what can be a plant pot.
You'll still have to use good quality soil and might need to add some drainage holes to keep your plants in tip top shape, but apart from that just get creative.
Read on for ideas to inspire your next alternative planter project for your garden.
Bags
Not using your reusable shopping bags anymore? Plant potatoes in them instead.
Or you can use a laundry basket, and if it's one you already owned then it'll cost you $0.
Tea pots
Whether it's a tea pot or an old pitcher, turning these items into plant pots adds instant cottagecore and vintage vibes to any space.
Old drawers
Second-hand drawers make for interesting multi-layered planters.
This one has holes drilled in the side to allow plants to grow out and up.
Chair
Chairs can be plant stands or you can slot a drawer, tub or old sink in where the seat goes for a quirky two-in-one planter.
Tyres
Tyres look surprisingly beautiful as flower planters, especially when painted in bright colours.
Tyres
You can also stack tyres for a taller planter and paint them to look like bricks.
Tyres
Tyres don't have to be used flat on the ground, they make cute hanging planters too.
Gumboots
Any shoe can be reused as a planter, but there's just something about gumboots – especially colourful ones – that works especially well as a flower pot.
Toy truck
When the kids grow out of their old toys consider reusing them as a planter.
They can be painted or tweaked to suit the look you need or fit the plant you have.
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