Spring is in the air, which means it’s time to start planting! We’ve rounded up the best DIY planter plans on the internet today. Whether you’re looking for something timeless like a tall tapered planter or you’re looking for something unique, we’ve got you covered.
Check out these planter plans and then decide which one will get to live on your front porch this season!
DIY Planter Ideas
DIY Wooden Planters
From cedar to pine to old pallets, we've got you covered with the best DIY wooden planter ideas.
DIY Tall Planter Plans
Love a classic tall tapered planter? These plans are for you! We'll show you how to build your own tall taperered planter for your front porch.
DIY Planter Boxes
Clean lines and a modern design. These DIY planter boxes can be built to different heights to achieved that tiered planter look.
How to Build DIY Louvered Planter Boxes
4 steps and 2 tools is all it takes to build this louvered planter box!
DIY Cedar Hexagon Planters
These hexagon planters look cool and modern and they are very simple to make. They require minimal tools and are a beginner-friendly build.
DIY Modern Planter Box Using Cheap Cedar Fence Pickets
Want a modern look that doesn't break the bank? These modern slat planters are made from cedar fence pickets, making them ultra affordable.
DIY Self Watering Planter
Don't love watering plants everyday? Make this self-watering planter!
DIY Large Slatted Planter Plans
Have a BIG space you need to fill? These DIY slatted planters are a modern statement piece. Great for a raised garden or to create defined zones and areas in your backyard.
DIY Table Planter
Need a side table, but love plants? Don't compromise! Make a planter that can serve both purposes.
Cheap and Easy DIY Planters for your Front Porch
Don't want to spend a lot on planters for your front porch? Build your own with these cheap planter plans!
DIY Planter Box for Cheap
Another budget friendly planter plan for you to consider.
DIY Planter Box For Front Porch
Who said planters have to be only one color? These modern planters feature a two-tone finish to give them a little extra pizazz.
How to make a Simple Planter from Scrap wood
Need to use up some scrap wood? Check out this scrap wood planter tutorial!
How to build a DIY planter box
If you're looking for a large planter box to frame out trees or a garden, check out these plans.
DIY Wood Planter Box Plans
Simple and modern, these wood planter plans will look great on any front porch. Designed to fit a pre-bought planter insert from Lowe's.
DIY Vertical Planter Ideas
Wood planters are great, but what if you want to go up instead of out? Here are some of the best DIY vertical planter ideas on the internet today.
DIY Planter Box with Trellis
4 steps and some scrap wood are what you need to make this DIY planter box with a trellis.
DIY Build for Outdoor Vertical Garden Pots
If you would rather keep your plants fully off the ground, check out these build plans. This vertical garden doubles as fun wall decor for your outdoor space.
Make your Own Privacy Wall
If you need a little more privacy in your life, check out this DIY privacy screen plant wall. Complete with several pots to add vibrant plants to.
Repurposed Shutter Vertical Garden Succulent Planter
Repurpose an old shutter and turn it into your own vertical succulent garden!
How to Make a Rolling Planter Box
Want your planter to be moveable? Make this rolling vertical planter!
Make Vertical Cinder Block Planters
Wood isn't the only thing you can use to build a planter. Check out these plans for a vertical planter made from cinder blocks.
DIY Vertical Garden
A vertical garden that doubles as a gorgeous backdrop. What gets better than that?
DIY Wood Slat Privacy Screen with Planters!
Hide your trash cans (or your neighbors) with this DIY wood slat privacy screen. These privacy screen plans feature a huge planter at the base. Use it for any sort of plants -- normal or climbing!
How To Make A DIY Vertical Garden!
This unique take on a vertical garden features no wood at all.
Futon Repurposed into a plant stand
Ready to trash that outdated futon? Before you do, consider repurposing it into a vertical garden!
DIY Hanging Planter Ideas
There's something about hanging planters that adds charm to a fence or home. Check out these DIY hanging planter ideas.
The Easiest $3 DIY Cedar Planter Boxes
Don't want to spend a lot of money on hanging planters? You don't need to! These simple planter boxes are made from a $3 cedar fence picket.
Gutter Planter for Pergola or Arbor
Do you have a pergola or arbor at your home? If so, you can add some hanging planters to it as an added feature!
DIY Hexagon Plant Shelves - 2 Ways!
Okay, these planters hang...on a wall! These DIY hexagon plant shelves are a cute way to add some greenery to your home. Personally, I'd recommend faux plants for these.
DIY Wood Leather Plant Hanger
If you love the look of leather, you won't want to miss this tutorial for a wood and leather plant hanger.
Easy DIY plant wall
Add some plants inside or out with theis easy DIY plant wall.
DIY Mason Jar Planter
Mason jars are great for more than just storing jams. Turn them into a hanging herb garden!
DIY Herb Planter Box
Want to hang a pretty herb planter box to a fence or wall? Check out the plans for these simple herb planters.
Other Creative DIY Planter Ideas
If you're looking for planter ideas that are outside the box, you won't want to miss these unique ideas. I bet you've never seen anything like them before!
A Crazy Floating Teapot Succulent Planter Tutorial
You have to click over to see this awesome "floating" teapot planter.
DIY Painted Leather Fringe Planter Pot
Leather fringe adds some fun texture and dimension to this planter pot.
Upcycled Men's Shirts Decoupage Planters
Have some old shirts laying around? Turn them into unique planters!
DIY Ring Planter with Baking Soda and Spackle
Everyone has seen the baking soda/paint trick, but have you seen a cute planter made with wood rings?
Succulent Planters | rotted tree trunk pieces
Old rotting tree trunks don't have to be trashed. They have be turned into a thriving succulent planter instead.
5 Gallon Bucket Planter
Five gallon buckets don't have to be used just on DIY projects. They can be used as a planter too!
Easy DIY – A Lucky Leprechaun Shoe Planter
How cute is this leprechaun shoe planter? Make yours for the next St. Patrick's Day!
DIY Farmhouse Inspired Herb Garden Box
If you love farmhouse design, you'll love these planter plans for a farmhouse herb garden box!
How to Make a Gorgeous Succulent Mushroom Planter
Combine multiple succulents to create a unique sculpture and art piece.
Basketball Planter (Indoor/Outdoor)
Love basketball, but don't like hearing the ball bouncing on the concrete late at night? Make a basketball planter!
How to turn ANYTHING into a Planter
Have you ever looked at something and wondered...can this be a planter? Yes it can be! Check out this tutorial to turn anything into a planter!
DIY Concrete Planter Pot--With Wooden Base Tutorial
Love the look of wood and concrete together? This modern planter might be a great next project for you!
How to Make a DIY Turtle Topiary
If you're an animal lover, you won't want to miss this adorable tutorial topiary tutorial.
Styrofoam Planter from a Cooler
Don't trash that stryofoam cooler-- turn it into a planter instead!
How to Make an Aged Stone Flowerpot Centerpiece
Aged stone is having a major moment right now. Embrace the trend with this aged stone flowerpot tutorial.
Paint your own black and white flower pots | planters.
Who said planters have to be boring? Try painting a bold pattern on them!
My bathroom sink as a container garden (herbs and flowers)
Before you throw out that pedestal bathroom sink you just replaced, consider turning it into a unique planter!
DIY Upcycled License Plate Planter
Have an old license plate you don't know what to do with? Turn it into a unique planter!
Tiered Planter - Easy and Inexpensive to Make Yourself
Tiered planters don't have to cost a fortune. Make one yourself instead!
How to Easily Upcycle Plastic Urns
Urn or planter? Learn how to upcycle a plastic urn into a stylish planter with this step-by-step tutorial.
How to Make a Simple Wooden Plant Pot That’s Super Easy
Paint sticks aren't just for mixing paint. They also make for an inexpensive DIY material!
DIY Strawberry Planter [with plans!]
Who doesn't love strawberries? Grow your own with this DIY strawberry planter.
Lightning Bug Lanterns Featuring Succulents
Laterns can be used for more than just lights. Turn them into a planter.
Easy DIY Fluted Wood Vase
Though not necessarily, a "planter" this DIY fluted vase sure is a cute way to add some texture to your plant display!
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