Winter Container Gardens That Thrive in Cold

Grey 23 Inch Metal Planter Set Of 2

Black 18 Inch Metal Planter Set Of 3

$65

6' Birdnest Palm In White Square Metal Planter

Grey 24 Inch Metal Planter Set Of 3

$229

6' Phoenix Palm In White Square Metal Planter

23 Inch Red Metal Galvanized Bicycle Planter

$59

17 Inch Metal Pink Pig Planter

$35

Gold 22 Inch Metal Floor Planter Set Of 2

$75

Silver 22 Inch Metal Floor Planter Set Of 2

$75

Metal Tricycle Wall Planter

$37

Set Of 2 White Metal Half Moon Wall Planters

$50

2. Use Decorative Planters

Are your plants still in those plain plastic pots they originally came in? If so, you will want to move them to new pots as soon as possible, preferably before the winter weather sets in.

Which planters should you choose? That depends on your own personal taste and what your home décor is like. Wooden planters are warm to look at, and the wood also helps protect the plant’s roots. You may prefer something in ceramic or metal, however, so the choice is really up to you.

If you find that you’re running out of space for all your plants, as plant lovers are wont to do, try getting creative. Choose planters that look great and place them on top of bookshelves or end tables.

White Ceramic Planter Set Of 2

$65

8 Inch Beige Ceramic Planter With Wood Stand

$67

$69

White Ceramic Planter Set Of 2

$77

$79

Mini Aloe In White Ceramic Planter

$67

Hawaiian Palm In White Ceramic Planter

$85

$49

Green Mother In Law's Tounge In Cream & Gold Ceramic Planter

$75

6 Inch Green Ceramic Hanging Planter

$35

17 Inch Grey Planter Set Of 2

$67

3. Select Winter-Hardy Container Plants

The best container plants for winter are those that stay green throughout the cold months. If your container garden is outdoors, you want plants that can handle the cooler weather and still look good.

Some examples of plants that you should consider include:

Ivy: As long as the weather isn’t too far below freezing, ivy will stay beautiful in a container all winter long.

Winter-blooming pansies: These colorful flowers will bloom any time there’s a thaw, and the plants handle outdoor cold weather with ease.

Ornamental cabbage: This beautiful plant actually needs a good frost in order to display its best colors.

Skimmia japonica: An evergreen shrub, this plant produces bright red berries and dark green foliage during the winter months.

Violas: If you want pretty flowers, violas will bloom throughout the cold months and give you a lovely view.

These plants all do well in colder weather and will stay bright and beautiful for you.

White 18 Inch Fiber Clay Wood Planter Set Of 2

Grey 18 Inch Fiber Clay Wood Planter Set Of 2

White 17 Inch Fiber Wood Planter Set Of 3

2 Piece Set Fiber Clay Wood Planters

$85

4. Turn Plants Into Indoor Decorations

Most plants will thrive indoors, so even if you generally keep them outside, you may wish to bring the less hardy options inside for the coldest nights. Adding more plants to your indoor space will not only make your rooms seem friendlier but also boost the energy in your home. Consider hanging them from the ceiling with hanging planters, or simply place them on assorted surfaces to brighten up your space.

Growing a garden in the winter may sound impossible, but it’s far from that. Whether you decide to keep your plants indoors or not, you’ll find that a winter container garden is a wonderful way to surround yourself with greenery throughout the year.

6' Phoenix Palm In White Square Metal Planter

Plant-32 Inch Agave Attenuata Plant

$175

14" Artificial Peperomia Plant

$15

5' Artificial Bird Of Paradise Plant

$245

20" Green Artificial Potted Plant

12" Green Artificial Table Top Plant

$39

Jumbo Agave Plant

$155

14" Fern Plant With Round Ceramic Marble Pot

15" Green Faux Snake Plant Sanseveria In White Porcelain Pot W/ Stone Filler

$29

17" Green Variegated Faux Snake Plant Sanseveria In White Cylinder Pot W/ Stone Filler

$35

5' Artificial Spiral Cedar Plant

$239

16" Tropical Green Artificial Plant