Whether you’re caring for indoor flowering plants or are trying to grow a palm tree in your house, these are the best plant stands for every type of collection and space.
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Sophia Mills Mid-Century Plant Stand Terrain Tall Iron Plant Stand Nankingfangao Three-Tier Hanging Plant Stand Costway Six-Tier Wooden Plant Stand Latitude Run Five-Tier Corner Plant Stand Magshion Bamboo Plant Stand Foundstone Biskra Plant Stand Urban Outfitters Daisy Plant Stand
Buying a plant stand becomes tricky, and downright frustrating, when the one you want can only fit one plant pot size. This wood plant stand from Sophia Mills solves this problem completely thanks to its adjustable base. Not only can you adjust the width of the plant stand to fit pots that are between 8-12 inches wide, but you can also adjust the height by simply flipping the plant stand over. The original height configuration is lower to the ground, while the second, flipped version gives the illusion that you’ve added a couple extra inches to your plant stand. This plant stand has a weight capacity of 150 pounds, making it a great option for heavier ceramic pots and trees. It’s also hand-made from acacia wood, which is compatible for both indoor and outdoor use. Plus, assembly is super easy with just one screw used to put it all together. Product Details:
Material: Acacia woodMeasurements: 16 x 10 x 1 inchesStorage Compartments: One
Tall plant stands are a great alternative for people who don’t have a table or counter close enough to their windows to store plants. This plant stand from Terrain is tall enough that you can position your plant right up alongside your window, allowing it to soak up plenty of the natural light it craves. There are two sizes available: The small version is 27 inches tall while the large is 36 inches tall (both have a diameter of eight inches). This plant stand is made of iron, a strong metal that will ensure your plant will stay secure in its new home. Plus, its narrow shape and neutral color means that it will blend in well with a variety of home decor styles. Just keep in mind that this iron plant stand will rust when placed outside, so it’s best for indoor use only. Product Details:
Material: IronMeasurements: 8 x 27 inches (small), 8 x 36 inches (large)Storage Compartments: One
This unique multi-tier plant stand allows you to create a lush garden inside your home. Not only does it offer three tiers of space to store your plants, but it also has three attached bars that can accommodate hanging plants. This is a great option for people who are interested in having hanging plants in their home, but don’t want to deal with installing the hardware into their ceilings or walls. The three benches feature beautiful wood slats and can hold about four medium-sized plant pots and around six small plant pots. Meanwhile, the bars can hold about 3-4 hanging plants, depending on the size. Although the two bottom bars don’t offer as much space for hanging plants, they can act as a trellis where you can store small plants with hanging planter holders. The feet are adjustable and have a non-slip bottom that allows for secure storage and prevents scratching on your floors. If you’d prefer to leave outside, you’ll be pleased to know that the structure is made of an anti-rust carbon steel and pine wood, both of which are capable of surviving the outdoor elements. Product Details:
Materials: Carbon steel and wood Measurements: 39.3 x 28.3 x 60 inches Storage Compartments: Six
RELATED: Why You Should Use a Plant Trellis—Plus 6 to Buy The Costway Six-Tier Wooden Plant Stand is a standout option. It’s equipped with 11 dedicated spaces for your plants, with six tiers total that can cater to a wide variety of plants. The top tiers are great for plants that require direct sunlight, while the partially shaded middle areas and the bottom tiers are well-suited for plants that can survive on indirect sunlight. This plant stand was designed to be used either indoors or outdoors, as the entire structure is made of a weather-resistant fir wood that won’t corrode overtime. Before you buy, measure your plants (including height) to make sure they will comfortably fit between the tiers. If you are going to be using this indoors, make sure you have enough vertical space available near a window to store it. Product Details:
Materials: Fir woodMeasurements: 29.5 x 10 x 55.5 inchesStorage Compartments: 11
RELATED: How to Choose the Best Outdoor Plant Pots, According to an Expert Corners can be hard to fill, let alone decorate. This cleverly cut shelf is super convenient because it allows you to make use of bare corner space by decorating it with plants. The Latitude Run Corner Plant Stand has five shelves that get smaller as you go up, with the largest shelf on the bottom measuring 13.4 inches wide and the second to last shelf on the top measuring 9.4 inches wide. This corner plant stand can fit plants that are 13.8 inches tall or less and can hold about 200 pounds. This corner stand is made of wood and comes in both white and brown. Because it’s painted wood, this plant stand is better for indoor use. However, you can bring this outside to use as decor for outdoor parties, or live it in a covered space. Product Details:
Materials: WoodMeasurements: 58 x 13.4 x 13.4 inchesStorage Compartments: Five
Bamboo is a popular material used for plant stands due to its good looks, strength, and weather-resistant properties. This bamboo plant stand has been finished to be insect-resistant and waterproof, so it can be used both indoors and outdoors. Each available shelf can hold 17 pounds and features slats that help with drainage, should any of your pots still leak after watering. The Magshion Bamboo Plant Stand comes in three sizes, including two-, three-, and four-tiers, with each able to fit one plant on each tier. Keep in mind that taller or wider plants may have a hard time comfortably fitting in between the legs of this structure. Product Details:
Material: BambooMeasurements: 12.6 x 12.6 x 23.6 inches (two-tier), 12.6 x 12.6 x 39 inches (three-tier), 14.6 x 14.6 x 47 inches (four-tier)Storage Compartments: 2-4
If you’re looking for a small plant stand to give your plant a little lift, consider this countertop-friendly plant stand from Wayfair. It’s made of wood and features a sleek mid-century modern design, and, unlike other plant stands, it comes in multiple colors. You have your choice between nine color options, including honey, weathered gray, white, teal, walnut, and more. The plant stand is nine inches in diameter and nine inches tall, and can hold an impressive 300 pounds. Place it on the floor if you have a tall plant, such as a snake plant, to give it more height, or put it on top of a console table or kitchen countertop to further show off wider, lush plants like philodendron or pothos. Product Details:
Material: Wood Measurements: 9 x 9 x 9 inches Storage Compartments: One
Why have an ordinary plant stand when you can have one that is actually shaped like a plant? This one-of-a-kind plant stand from Urban Outfitters is designed to look like a giant daisy, with its leaves and flower head acting as the storage compartments for your plants. This plant stand can hold three plants, with smaller plants ideal for sitting on the two leaves and a medium-sized plant for the center. The Daisy Plant Stand is made of durable iron and boasts a wide base, so you shouldn’t have to worry about it tipping over or losing its balance. It’s definitely larger than most plant stands, measuring five feet tall and more than six feet wide, so be sure to measure your space before you buy. Product Details:
Material: IronMeasurements: 80 x 33 x 61 inchesStorage Compartments: Three
Size
There are a variety of sizes for plant stands on the market. Some are small and can only fit a single medium-sized plant pot, while others feature several tiers and act as a shelving unit for your various plants. Whatever size you do choose, be sure to measure your space before you buy to see if it fits in an area that gets a good amount of light. If you are getting a plant stand with multiple tiers, make sure to measure the vertical height of your existing plants to see if they’ll fit comfortably between the tiers.
Style
Plant stands give you a lot of freedom to play around with style. Smaller plant stands are typically neutral in design (although you can definitely find colorful options), while larger tiered plant stands come in a range of different styles. You can also decorate a larger stand with decor objects beyond plants, like candles (as long as they’re a safe distance from the plants) and photos. They can also be used for storage, especially if they’re placed outdoors. If you have a few individual plant stands then you can even play around with the visuals, grouping a few plants together at different heights to add some extra dimension.
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This article was written by Rachel Center, a long-time houseplant mom and product reviews home writer for Real Simple. She spent hours researching all the components that make a great plant stand, ultimately choosing the products on this list based on material, style, and size.
