Unique planters ~ any container with room for roots and adequate drainage

From wheelbarrows to sophisticated and contemporary, unique planters can be as attractive, kooky or charming as you like. Consider planter basics, choose the right plants for your growing conditions, make sure they are large enough for root growth and have proper drainage holes - and you're in business. Avoid the temptation to use containers that don't meet the basic planter requirements - no matter how attractive they are. Unique planters can add real personality and flair to your garden space. Be creative and adventurous and you'll be surprised at the attractive effects you can produce.

A container garden can easily fall into chaos if every planter has a different style...although, having said that, with a good eye for design, you can make it work. If you pick a 'theme' and build your unique planter collection around your theme, you can create a very appealing and unique garden. Experimentation is the key!

Check out our Contemporary Planters page for more unique planters for modern decor.

	Rubber Pots Americans toss out about 300 million tires every year, so the big thinkers of the world are working on creative ways to reuse this vast quantity of rubber. With the set of three Rubber Tubs, discarded tires are hand-cut and hand-sewn into vessels that can be used indoors or out as planters, carrying containers, space for gardening supplies or anything else that can benefit from solidly constructed storage. Modeled on ancient leather-crafting techniques, these durable containers are each unique and offer a functional alternative to the landfill. This set of three nests for storage. Design Within Reach.
	Bohemian Woman's Decorative Head Planter A beautiful woman's head planter. Made to look vintage and mossy. Plant your flowers here each season for a unique and elegant look. For your garden or for indoor spaces. FCLStyle
	Personalized Outdoor Planter Crafted from durable fiberglass-reinforced polyresin, this sturdy, stone-look planter can be personalized to include your name and address. The attached plaque is crafted from rust-resistant aluminum. The planter has a removable drain plug and will not crack if left outdoors in colder climates. Available in Black, Limestone, or Terra Cotta finish. Hammacher Schlemmer.
	Wicker Planters Weather-Resistant Wicker Planters—Watering spills and spring showers won't damage this Wicker Planter. Its weather-resistant, durable resin wicker is hand-woven onto an aluminum frame, so it can go from sunroom to patio to deck with ease. Plow & Hearth.
	Teak Sunshine Flower Box This beautiful garden box is crafted from solid teak grown in democratic Costa Rica. It offers a terrific value and is designed so that it does not require a liner. All hardware is stainless steel, and there are pre-drilled drainage holes in the bottom of the planter, as well as teak footings underneath that provide drainage in outdoor settings. Choose from a variety of sizes. SimplyPlanters