Floor pots for flowers: types, design and use in the interior

Indoor flowers are not only beautiful, but also have a beneficial effect on humans and the indoor microclimate. Simultaneously with the appearance of plants in the room, the question arises about their placement. In addition to the usual places, the pots can be placed on the floor.

Outdoor pots are needed for several reasons at once.

• To diversify the interior, change it, fill it with bright accents.

• Fill in empty spaces, corners or niches.

• Hide any defects.

• Change the conditions for keeping plants. For example, to hide them from the sun's rays, place them in a draft-free place. Some plants are so large that they simply cannot be placed on a shelf or windowsill.

The location of such a composition has its own requirements:

• the place should be comfortable for a representative of the flora (away from heating appliances, entrance doors, curtains);
• when watering or loosening, there is a possibility of staining the floor covering, therefore carpets are undesirable, and a stand or pallet is necessary.

Outdoor pots are divided according to their intended use for home or outdoor. It is better if the pot is versatile. This is convenient if there is an opportunity to take plants to the balcony or house area. Pots also vary in material of manufacture.

• Earthenware or ceramic. Natural materials are always better due to their ability to regulate moisture and temperature. This property is explained by the presence of pores in them. This only applies to unglazed pots. Beware of careless knocks as the pots can break. But products made of ceramics or clay can have the most bizarre shapes and are covered with relief patterns and designs. Large products are quite weighty, and it is even more difficult to move them with the soil.

• Wood rarely used for making pots. So that the wooden container does not deteriorate, impregnations and coatings are needed. Usually this option is used as a temporary measure for the decoration of an event or if the interior style requires it.

• Plastic - the lightest and cheapest material. The plus is the mass of decor options. You can make a pot of any shape, size or color from plastic. However, this is not the most convenient option for flowers: water stagnates in them, there is no oxygen flow to the roots. Drainage materials, which should be added to the soil, can partially cope with this problem. Plastic containers can be used if the plant is moisture-loving or if enough attention will be paid to it, and care will be timely. In terms of strength, such products are different. Thin plastic quickly breaks down and is less stable.

When choosing a pot, first of all, you need to think about how good the plant will be in it, and only then evaluate its decorative value. And if it is not suitable for a flower, it is better to refuse to purchase. All plants are usually sold in small pots. After purchase, you need to choose a new container for them and transplant. And before that, study all the available information about the dimensions of this representative of the flora, the location of its roots, and the conditions of detention.Based on the knowledge gained, it is necessary to choose the future "place of residence".

The volume of the pot should not inhibit root growth. You should not go to extremes and choose the largest option, you should transplant the plant as it grows.

You need to know in advance how the plant is capable of growing over a certain period. Although this is a slow process, if the pot loses its stability and overturns, the consequences can be disastrous. Therefore, the weight of the container with soil should be decent, and a wide bottom is encouraged.

There must be holes in the pot. They are not always in plastic models, but it's easy to make them yourself. For drilling in hard materials, you need the right tools. There must be enough holes for the water to drain into the sump. The pallets can be replaced with pots: they collect water and additionally decorate even the most ordinary-looking pot.

It is better if the flower containers are light. This makes cleaning easier. Trays and pots need to be washed and water drained from time to time. And for this, the pot will need to be lifted and moved.

If you are in doubt about the material or have already purchased your favorite model, do not be discouraged: you can grow a flower in any pot. The main thing is to notice any changes in the state of the soil and shoots in time, and take action in time.

The ideal shape of the pot for a comfortable arrangement of a flower or plant remains round. However, tall rectangular or square flower containers are easier to place along walls. Intricately shaped pots, although they look original, are not comfortable enough for roots and moisture distribution. If you see a bizarrely curved container with vegetation, most likely this is a planter, in which a pot of a much smaller volume is put in and, more often than not, it is round. The color of the pot should not stand out from the color scheme of the interior. The shades that are most often found in nature are best combined with the plant itself. It can be brown, sand, yellow, gray, green.

It is in appearance that pots with pots located inside have a much greater choice. In order to have enough moisture, they have a self-watering function. White or black pots are classics: they go well with any, especially minimalistic interior. If the room uses a lot of shiny or chrome parts, metallic models are ideal.

For low-growing plants, flowerpots are suitable - pots with legs. Their shape and color depend on the material of manufacture. So that they do not look too pretentious, it is better to choose monochromatic models, and a glossy finish will give brightness.

How to make a flower pot out of concrete, see the video below.