The Top 5 Hanging Planters

If you're like me, you love extra color to decorate your house, both inside and out. Hanging planters are versatile because you don't only have to hang them, but they can be set down and moved easily. Perfect for adding a little decor to your outdoor space on any budget, hanging planters add color and comfort to your space.

Mkono Cotton Rope Hanging Planter

For Indoor and Outdoor Use

This gorgeous piece will work both inside and outside, so you'll get use out of it (and compliments) no matter where you hang it.

Best Overall

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This planter is gorgeous and perfect for those planning to use either indoors or outdoors. The minimalist look with neutral coloring allows this to be a great fit on any porch or any room of the house. It’s not just for plants either. The Mkono Cotton Rope Hanging Planter is also great for showcasing fruit in the kitchen or utilizing to store other items. No matter what you decide to put in it, it’s the perfect accent for your home.

Pros:

This planter is made with eco-friendly materials.
The Mkono Cotton Rope Hanging Planter is extremely affordable

Cons:

If you opt to use this outdoors, you may have to bring it in for in climate weather as it may affect how long it lasts.
This hanging planter may arrive misshapen, but will resume this shape once a plant is placed in it.

Foraineam 10.2 Inches Round Basket Hanging Planter

Use Indoor and Outdoors

This hanging planter can be used outside to boast your favorite flowers, or you can pop in your favorite succulent (real or fake) for a fun decoration indoors.

Most Versatile

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This gem is considered most versatile because it works well no matter where you hang it. The self water reservoir prevents over and under watering, which let’s face it, any of us are prone to do. With it’s simple design, you can put this hanging planter anywhere without worry of it blending with existing decor. You can use it indoors with artificial plants, outdoors with your favorite flowers, or in either place with a succulent garden or cacti.

Pros:

The hanger for this planter is heavy-duty and can withstand the weight of a heavier plant.
Its natural appearance makes it easier to use in any space.

Cons:

This is a smaller hanging planter and may not hold what you’re after, so be sure to read the description
This planter comes at a higher price point than others

Large Hanging Planters for Outdoor Plants

Industrial and Contemporary Design

If you're looking for a set of planters to accent your porch, you've found your pick.

Best For Outdoors

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Built to withstand al temperatures and the hot sun, these planters are perfect for outdoor spaces. They have a n industrial contemporary style that are sure to compliment any outdoor space and come with a drainage hole to help prevent overwatering of plants. These are sure to make your favorite outdoor sitting area even cooler.

Pros:

These are extremely durable and weather resistant meaning they can be used year round in many outdoor spaces
This is a set of two

Cons:

Due to the drainage hole in the bottom, these are not recommended for indoor use
You can only adjust the top about 1″, so be sure to check the length of your space

Mkono Macrame Plant Hangers

The Modern Stunner

This beautiful planter is macrame, which is very on trend for modern and vintage decor both. Place it indoors to add style to any space.

Best Gift

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If you’re looking for a cute and modern hanger, you’re in luck with these macrame plant hangers. Macrame is making a comeback in a big way in decor, so jump on board this trend with these hanging planters. These make great housewarming and shower gifts, so check your gift list before ordering. They also hold a variety of planter shapes making these extremely versatile, no matter where you hang them.

Pros:

These planters are very Affordable
Despite being macrame, these are still strong enough to hold either plastic or ceramic pots

Cons:

These are better suited for indoor use
Pots are sold separately. If you’d like the ones in the images, search Mkono pots.

Keter Resin Rattan Round Hanging Planter Baskets

Beautiful Set for Outdoor Use

This gorgeous set of hanging planters is perfect to hold your favorite fern or colorful flowers to add a pop to your outdoor decor.

Best Set

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These planters are gorgeous with their spherical design. You can use them both indoors and out and they have a drainage plug to help with access water, but hold it in should you choose to utilize in your home with live plants. They’re super sturdy and will do well outdoors and are unlikely to dent or rust.

Pros:

This is a set of two.
These have an incredibly sturdy chain so will do well with heavier plants

Cons:

These are larger, so may be better for outdoor use.
These planters are not as deep as others, so you’ll be limited to what you can plant in them.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Do hanging planters make good gifts?

Yes. These are great gifts, particularly for newlyweds who may think only of items they need for inside their home.

2. Can hanging planters be used both indoors and out?

For the most part, yes. Read descriptions thoroughly and keep your climate in mind. Those made of cotton and other materials are usable outdoors, but may not last as long in certain temperatures and weather. Additionally, many planters intended for outdoor use may leak indoors do to holes in the bottom to help with drainage.

3. What can you plant in a hanging planter?

Though many people opt to plant traditional things like geraniums and other flowers, depending on your space, these are great to house artificial flowers, succulents, air plants, and other plants that do well indoors, or you can use them as storage or fruit baskets as well.