15 Creative DIY Garden Containers

Beautiful DIY Containers for Your Garden.

Most of you know that I like a bit of whimsy in my garden! I think a really cute way to add some fun is by using unusual containers. All kinds of things that are considered “junk” could be repurposed into fun and interesting containers for your garden or patio. Here’s a round-up of some Creative Garden Containers.

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There are so many fun ways to upcycle and repurpose old things into pretty new DIY garden containers!

15 Creative DIY Garden Containers

These unique garden containers are so inspiring! Here are some things to consider when planning to add creative DIY containers to your garden:

• Small Yard. Garden containers are the perfect way to have a beautiful floral display in a small area. They can add color, texture, height, and so much more to your small space.
• Endless Possibilities.  Make your garden space the envy of the neighborhood with these unique and attractive garden containers. You can pick containers that match your style, plus you can change them every year!
• Astonishing Repurposes. Incredible DIY recreations from items you can find at a thrift store or even around the house, which will be transformed into things of beauty in your front yard or garden. Bring some life and beauty back to an older piece.

1. Red Wagon Planter

I love this little red wagon planter idea from The Soccer Mom Blog. How cute would this be in the background of children’s pictures?

2. Rusty Garden Implements as Containers

How about re-using rusty items like a pitchfork as a garden planter –  from Vicky’s Intrigues

3. Boot Planters

Rosy Posy hung these cute boot planters on her fence. Check out her tutorial

4. Vintage Bike Planter

Who knew you could use a vintage bike as a garden container? The marvelous bicycle DIY idea comes from Gravetics with the pic source at Marlysgarden.Blogspot.Com.Br

5. Typewriter Planter

I don’t think I could do this to an old typewriter unless it was totally falling apart, but it looks cool! Besserina has a tutorial on how to plant one.

6. Tire Planter

Tire planters are common in the South! via You Grow Girl

7. Funnel Planters

Aren’t these funnel planters a good idea since they already have a hole for drainage? via Hidden Hills Garden

8. Container Grill

I’ll never look at an old grill the same way again! Container grill via Cottage at the Crossroads

9. Solar Fountain Bird Bath

A Piece Of Rainbow displays a mini water garden container, which I think is extraordinary and I would love to try it!

10. Vintage Jewelry Succulent Garden

Repurpose an old metal chair into this charming succulent container from Saved By Love Creations.

11. Hanging Birdcage Garden

Create your own version of a hanging birdcage garden container. You will find step-by-step instructions at Thrifty Artsy Girl.

12. Toolbox Upcycle Garden Container

This super cute vintage toolbox repurpose would be so easy to recreate and adorable to place almost anywhere from Hometalk.

13. Bathtub Garden Upcycle

Clean and fresh is this clawfoot bathtub garden container idea from Toolbox Divas.

Related: Using An Old Bathtub As A Container In Your Garden

14. DIY Mailbox Planters

DIY mailbox planters would be so easy to install and jazz up the space by your doorway! You can find this idea at Practically Functional.

15. Cart Container Garden

Most of us have a cart of some kind in our home, so why not roll it out on the patio and use it to make this endearing container cart from A Pumpkin And A Princess?

I hope you’ve enjoyed seeing these fun ideas for using unusual objects as garden planters! Go visit the linked sources for more photos of their amazing creations.

What fun container garden do you want to make for your garden?

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