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The best indoor plant pots to dress up your plant collection with

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Indoor plants are the décor item du jour. Not only do they instantly liven up any space and make it feel 10 times more stylish, there’s also a slew of health benefits associated with growing an indoor garden.

However, the impact your collection of indoor plants make on your décor entirely depends on how they are presented and arranged, so picking the perfect pot or plant stand can really make or break a look.

Here are seven different ways you can dress up your indoor plants for maximum style. Plus, our top picks of the best indoor plant pots and stands to choose if you want to dress up the greenery in your space. 

7 ways to dress up your indoor plants

1. Ceramic pots

A ceramic pot is the typical pot of choice for an indoor plant, but thanks to the rising popularity of indoor plants, there are now many more options (both affordable and luxe) to choose from. Choose a ceramic pot with interesting patterns or shape.

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Zakkia large podium planter in black, $76, Aura Home

Highlight your favourite plants with this architecturally shaped ceramic planter by Zakkia. With a slightly textured ceramic finish, it’s the perfect way to elevate your indoor plant setting. 

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Rustic crackle glazed plant pot in green, $33, Hardtofind

This rustic planter from Hardtofind in a calming green hue will be the perfect finishing touch to your home office desk. 

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2. Glass vessels

It may surprise you to learn that many plants can actually be grown in water, and growing a water-compatible in a glass vessel means everything is on view and displayed for maximum visual impact. It adds a nice organic touch to any space.

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Eva Solo succulent glass vase, $99.95, Hardtofind

Cultivate your very own plant terrarium with this glass planter from Hardtofind. In a unique sculptural shape, this planter will look right at home perched upon a window sill.

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Melns glass vase in pink, $23.50 (usually $29.95), Freedom

Perfect for housing a cluster of your favourite propagations at once, or simply fill it up with leca balls to grow your favourite indoor plants in water.

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3. Metal pots

There’s an abundance of metal pots and pots with metallic finishes in gold, brass and silver to choose from these days at both affordable and high-end price points. This look works super well in a home that already has rose gold or other metallic accents and can add an element of glamour to a room.

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Cairo gold decorative pot, $79.99, Adairs

Featuring a contemporary check design, this golden number will create plant pot envy amongst all.

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4. Plant bags or covers

Durable plant bags or covers with a waxed-like surface that are resistant to mild moisture are the perfect way to add a textured aspect to your plant. This look works great in industrial, eclectic or artsy interiors.

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Pot plant cover in rust linen, $34.90, Hardtofind

Available in small and large sizes, this reversible hessian pot plant cover from Hardtofind easily slips over plastic cover pots and adds an instant pop of colour to your beloved indoor plants. 

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5. Hanging planters

Although a little retro, plants hanging from the ceiling in macramé holders or rattan baskets do actually look super bohemian and coastal in any home. You can pick these up from homewares stores or online for a great price, and are easy to install yourself. Use them for trailing plants such as Devil’s Ivy and Spider plants.

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Home Republic Airlie hanging plant pot, $49.99, Adairs

House your draping plants in this boho-inspired arched rattan hanging planter. It also includes a handwoven seagrass basket so you can display your plants straight away.

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6. Plant stands

If you have multiple plants in your home that are all of a similar height the best way to arrange them in a visually pleasing manner is by giving some plants some height. The best way to do this is with a plant stand.

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Natural Andy plant stand, $149, Country Road

Understated but charming. This plant stand by Country Road is crafted from responsibly sourced timber and fits both the medium and large sizes of the Andy planter. Simply flip it upside down to suit your needs.

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7. Baskets

Baskets are the perfect way to dress your plant up affordably. Baskets add a beautiful, natural woven aspect to any room and work in almost any interior scheme. A basket can also be purchased from almost any budget retailer, and they hide cheap plastic pots perfectly!

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Vue water hyacinth basket planter, $39.97 (usually $79.95), Myer

Perfect for larger indoor plants such as fiddle leaf figs, this basket planter from Myer is woven with water hyacinth and seagrass and is an excellent way to add natural elements back into your home.

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