Do you have a lot of clay pots lying around your garden that you don’t know what to do with? Or maybe you’ve just finished planting your flowers and don’t want to get rid of the pots quite yet. Well, we’ve got some great ideas for you! In this blog post, we will discuss 45 different ways to recycle plant pots. There are so many things that you can do with them, from turning them into beautiful planters to using them as decorations in your home. So read on for some inspiration, and start recycling those plant pots today!
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Here I am going to talk about 30 Brilliant Ideas and Ways to Recycle Plant Pots:
1. Turn them into a hanging planter
All you need to do is drill holes into the side of your plant pot and then hang them with some rope or chain. You can purchase one here:
2. Make a vertical garden using the pots
You have to get some plastic cups, glue them together using hot glue, cut up some string for support, and fill it with dirt. It is a cheap and straightforward way to make your vertical garden, and it would look great hanging on the walls of any home or office.
3. Make a plant pot fountain
This one might be a little more difficult than the other two, but all you need to do is drill some holes in the bottom of the plant pot get a water pump, waterproof wire, and an electric socket. After that is done, turn it on and fill the pot with water. It will make a great addition to any home or office if you are looking for something unique to decorate with.
4. Make a fence using the plant pots
All you need to do is cut a square shape in the bottom of the pot, paint it to match your home, and then glue or screw them together, so they stay in place. You can also add some flowers around the bases if you want.
5. Fill with soil and use as a toilet planter
You might think this is a strange concept, but it is pretty brilliant. Just make sure you drill holes in the bottom of your plant pot to allow for water drainage.
6. Make a pen holder
All you need to do is glue or clip them together into clusters and then place them on top of something that won’t slide around like a corkboard or window pane.
7. Make containers for compost
Just drill some holes on the side of your plant pot and line it with fabric so you can catch all of the excess water. After you are done, empty your compost into them and place them somewhere to sit for about two months to ripen before using.
8. Make your flower pot stake
It isn’t easy to store all of your flower pots, making it perfect if you are tight on space. Just get some large nails and poke them into the inside walls of your plant pot about an inch apart from each other. After that, hang them back up so they can dry out.
9. Make a flower pot TV stand
You need two plant pots and make it in about 5 minutes or less. Just drill some holes into the bottom of one of your plant pots and stand it up; then place the other on top of the first and secure them together using a strong glue, screws, or nails.
10. Recycle them into a unique clock
All you need to do is drill some small holes into the back and front of your plant pot and then hang it up on your wall or door so that it can remain standing upright. After that, attach a clock face to the front and draw in the hands, and finally add numbers if you want.
11. Make a unique plant stand for your desk
All you have to do is find some old bike spokes and drill them into the sides of your plant pot, then place them on a flat surface and fill them with dirt.
12. Use as a candy jar
All you need to do is start by painting or gluing a plant pot to the top of a jar and then paint or glue another plant pot on the bottom, add some soil and candy, and you are good to go.
13. Make your pencil holder
All you need to do is glue two plant pots together with their tops facing in opposite directions and then drill holes into the side where all of your pencils can fit in.
14. Make a bird feeder
You need two plant pots and some string, and you can make your bird feeder; it is that simple. All you have to do is fill one of the pots with seeds, attach them using the string, and then tie it to a tree or something else outside.
15. Make your t-shirt hanger
This is a great way to display all of your favorite t-shirts, and it looks like something you would buy in a store. Plus, it will give them an extra level of protection if they are hung up properly.
16. Hang on the wall as art
All you have to do is paint or glue two plant pots on the inside and then hang them on the wall. This will give your room a unique look that you can’t find anywhere else.
17. Make a temporary greenhouse
All you have to do is fit your plant pot into your next temporary greenhouse, fill it with dirt, and then add your seeds or seedlings. Just remember that you will still have to water it regularly, even if it is inside your greenhouse.
18. Make a vase for flowers
You don’t have to buy any tools, all you need are two plant pots, and you are good to go. All you have to do is stack them one on top of the other, paint around the top rim using white paint, and then add your flowers.
19. Use as a cutting board for your kitchen
This is a great way to keep dirt off of all of your counters while preparing food, but it doesn’t have to be just used in the kitchen. You can take it with you when you are camping or on picnics, and it will give you plenty of space to prep food.
20. Hang them up in your kitchen
This is a great way to add some color to your kitchen, but be careful where you hang them because they can make the room pretty warm in the summertime. You need two plant pots and some string; you can make them in about 15 minutes or less. Just paint your plant pots, drill some holes into their sides, and then attach using string. You can even paint on the numbers if you want to be creative!
21. Use as a flower pot holder
You need two plant pots for this one, but you will need to use a saw with this project. All you have to do is cut one of the pots in half, paint it white, and then glue it onto a board that can be hung up on the wall.
22. Make your suncatcher
You need two plant pots for this one as well, but all you have to do is drill some holes into the bottom of one of them, fill it with water, and then put some marbles in the bottom. After that, you can hang it up on your window, lay it flat on a table, or even hang it using string.
23. Make a unique candle holder
For this one, you will need two plant pots and paint, but you will also need some string, a candle holder, and rocks. All you have to do is tie the string around the plant pot that has no holes in it, then fill it with stones, pour water into it until it reaches just below the top then add your candle holder.
24. Create a bathroom organizer
This one is great for holding all of your bathroom essentials, and it can even have a small roll of toilet paper. All you need to do is drill a few holes into the bottom, paint or glue it any color that you want, and then add some decoration if desired.
25. Make a birdbath
All you have to do for this one is attach another plant pot to the bottom of the other one and add some rocks. You will also need to make a stand for it or place it on a rock or something similar.
26. Make a mini greenhouse
You need two plant pots, but this will require a few tools because you have to see off the top of one of them and attach them. After that, you will need some plastic wrap, but the last step is to add your seeds or seedlings and water them regularly.
27. Make a pencil holder
You don’t have to make a plant pot pencil holder using two pots; all you have to do is attach them at the bottom with hot glue then drill a hole in the side of one. After that, you can run a piece of string through the hole and use it to hold all of your pencils.
28. Use as a vase
All you have to do is drill some holes into one of the plants’ pots, then attach them at the bottom before filling with water and adding your flowers; this is great for adding some color to any room, and it doesn’t have just to be used as a vase.
29. Make an herb planter
You will need two plant pots and some rocks, but the bigger plant pot needs no holes in it. After that, you can add your herbs and decorate with anything you want; this is a great way to grow your herbs, and it looks more visually appealing than having them in a small pot on your countertop.
30. Make a piggy bank
This one is great if you have kids or love to save money, but all you need is two plant pots and some paint for this project. Just decorate the plant pot and drill a hole in its bottom, then glue it to another plant pot and fill it with coins. After that, you can even add some paint or decals to make it look like a face if desired.
Final Thought
So there you have it – 30 ways to recycle plant pots. We hope this gave you some good ideas and excited you about transforming old, tired pots into something new and fresh. Get creative with the plants you choose to pot in them, the colors you use, and how you display your recycled planters. With a little bit of effort, you can make your garden or outdoor space beautiful and eco-friendly too! Have we inspired you? What’s your favorite way to recycle a plant pot?
