What better way to show off your green thumb, or even a few faux flowers and plants if your thumbs aren't quite the greenest, than decorative plant stands for both the indoors and out? And, if you live in an area with a quickly changing climate or one with harsh temperatures during the winter months, plant stands allow you to easily move the delicate greenery indoors when needed, or move to in front of the window for a bit of sunshine.
Be prepared to have plenty to choose from as plant stands can range from the small and unassuming to larger, more attention-grabbing pieces with multiple levels and intricate designs. Consider your personal taste, the specific space you plan on using the stands in, as well as the types of plants or flowers you plan on using with them before browsing through the numerous styles you'll find available.
Some of the many materials used to create plant stands include wicker, glass, wrought iron, wood, stone, marble and plastics, ensuring that there's both a color and a texture suitable for just about anyone's tastes or existing décor. Just a few of the shapes and sizes of plant stands you'll see are round, square, oval, triangular, octagonal, and rectangular.
Buying Plant Stands for the Outdoors
Besides simply providing a nice place to display plants and flowers, stands keep the plants up off of the ground, away from hungry rabbits and their friends, and they also allow for much better air circulation. If you have a smaller deck or balcony, let plant stands allow you to enjoy some of nature's most beautiful creations even if you don't have room for a full garden.
For using in the out of doors, be sure the plant stands you choose will be able to withstand the change in temperature as well as regular exposure to the elements, always following the manufacturer or seller's guidelines for the best results.
When trying to find the right plant stands for your home, deck, porch, or patio, first consider the amount of floor space you have available, and then think of the type of plants you'd like to grow or have on display. Too many stands scattered about may cause your space to look cluttered, but if you do use more than one in the same area, make sure they're either identical, or are of varying heights to add interest. Also be certain that you're using a plant stand that's large enough to accommodate the container you're using without danger of tipping over or becoming unsteady.
Consider plant stands to be yet another piece of furniture to enjoy and add beauty to your home's décor. Regardless of your style, there's a plant stand for you and both your indoor and outdoor living spaces. Also, remember that you really aren't limited to using plant stands for plant life, despite their name, as many are simply gorgeous pieces of finely crafted furniture that can be used to display treasured heirlooms, or anything else you want to be noticed and appreciated.
