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DIY Flower Pot Stand

May 19, 2016 by Amy 15 Comments

Today’s project isn’t very impressive, but it is something that I have been really needing to build for my flower pots by the porch.  I have a few of these Bloom Master hanging pots for cascading flowers, they are what inspired the pallet planter box.

Cascading flower pallet planter box Sept

I intended to hang my baskets from shepherds hooks by my front porch.  However when my large baskets are planted, they are too heavy and the hook can’t hold them.  (Note: My Mom has the medium baskets and the shepherds hooks work fine.)

So I needed a little stand to get the baskets up off the ground and then beautiful flowers can cascade down!  This stand is really simple and is inspired by a couple of planter stands from West Elm, this and this.  I wanted my stands fairly tall to allow the Wave petunias to trail, you can easily adjust the height according to your needs.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

It doesn’t look like much now, but in a couple of months it’ll look awesome!

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How to Build a Simple Flower Pot Stand

The dimensions for this stand will hold a pot 30″ above the ground (from the bottom of the flower pot to the ground).

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

Materials

  • 2 – 2″ x 2″ x 8′ boards (actual dimensions 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″)
  • 10 – 2 1/2″ pocket hole screws*
  • wood glue
  • sandpaper
  • wood protector (I used Thompson’s Water Seal traditional brown spray*)
    • Approximate lumber cost: $4

Cut List

  • 4 – 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ x 31 1/8″ with 5 deg miter on each end
  • 1 – 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ x 10 1/4″ with 5 deg miter on each end opposite direction
  • 2 – 1 1/2″ x 1 1/2″ x 4 3/8″ with 5 deg miter on one end

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

Cut the boards according to the cut list and diagram.  Sand the pieces as necessary.

Drill pocket holes* for 1 1/2″ material in the ends of the 10 1/4″ and 4 3/8″ pieces.  Mark the center of the 10 1/4″ piece.  Use wood glue and 2 1/2″ pocket hole screws to attach the 4 3/8″ pieces to the center of the 10 1/4″ piece to form the X for the pot to sit on.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

Mark 1″ up from the ends of the legs.  Use wood glue and 2 1/2″ screws to attach the legs to the X.  The first two legs will easy to attach, for the 3rd and 4th legs, you may need to use the short square driver*.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

Assembled flower pot stand.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

I used Thompson’s Water Seal wood stain.  It stains the wood and coats it with an outdoor protector at the same time.  Then I let it dry.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

There it is, in all of it’s glory! 🙂  I know you’re really impressed, but I’m excited for it.

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

Perfect fit for my flower pot!

Perfect stand to raise my flower pots up for cascading flowers. Really simple flower pot stand that you can build for about $4, free plans.

I’m participating in the ‪#‎PatioPowerToolChallenge, check out 11 other great DIY projects for your Patio and Porch!  (numbers on the picture correlate to links below)

Patio and Porch Power Tool Projects from The Power Tool Challenge Team

1. Long Porch Planters by My Love To Create

2. DIY Flower Pot Plant Stand by Her Tool Belt

3. DIY Easy Swinging Bed by Domestically Speaking

4. PVC Pipe Vertical Garden by Kim Six

5. How to Build An Outdoor Serving Table by Create and Babble

6. Repurposed Window Garden Shelf by Refresh Restyle

7. Trimming Out Porch Posts by My Repurposed Life

8. Stenciled Concrete Topped Table by Designs By Studio C

9. 2 X 4 DIY Bench by Virginia Sweet Pea

10. DIY Outdoor Sofa Table Tutorial by H2OBungalow

11. Repurposed Electrical Spool Holder Table by Designed Decor

12. DIY Outside Standing Plant Hanger by Confessions of A Serial DIYer

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Filed Under: Built From Scratch, Outdoor Furniture Tagged With: gardening, outdoor, stand

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Comments

  1. Jeanie @ Create & Babble says

    May 19, 2016 at 6:27 am

    The most simple projects sometimes give the most impact – like this! I think I need a few of these!

    Reply
  2. Kim (TheKimSixFix) says

    May 19, 2016 at 6:40 am

    This is so pretty (and you have the BEST FLOWERS!?) I love it!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      May 19, 2016 at 8:26 am

      Thanks Kim!

      Reply
  3. Christy@Confessions of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says

    May 19, 2016 at 6:53 am

    This is a great solution to getting those flowers off the ground! I had the same idea in mind lol. These will be gorgeous as the petunias continue to grow. 🙂

    Reply
  4. Mindi says

    May 19, 2016 at 7:29 am

    It is perfect! I think it already looks pretty! I need to know your trick for getting your flowers to grow…I don’t think my thumb is very green! 🙂

    Reply
    • Amy says

      May 19, 2016 at 8:26 am

      It’s really the type of flower I use. It’s a Wave petunia, wave is a brand and they are more expensive than the regular petunias, but they are super awesome!

      Reply
  5. Anthony says

    May 19, 2016 at 10:18 am

    Thanks for posting this is a great project. I’m definitely going to make one of these for my petunias. But I think that if I shortened the legs, it would also make a great stand for a glass beverage container with a spout. This way the spout is up off of the counter but it’s nice and sturdy. Thanks for the idea.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      May 19, 2016 at 4:45 pm

      That is such a good idea, I didn’t even think of that. Guess I’ll have to whip up an extra for my drink stand too!

      Reply
  6. Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says

    May 19, 2016 at 10:50 am

    Oh that is cute! I need a couple up on my driveway!

    Reply
  7. Paula@SweetPea says

    May 19, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    This is so attractive and a great way to display plants that are too heavy to hang. It is pretty now and will be even more so when the petunias trail down. I wouldn’t mind having a few of these at my house and I appreciate that they can be built quickly without a lot of tools or wood needed.

    Reply
  8. Wendi@H2OBungalow says

    May 19, 2016 at 5:59 pm

    I love this plant stand! It’s perfect for those gorgeous petunias! I’ve never seen anything like them. Clearly I need to spend more time in the plant section at Home Depot! If I can get petunias as pretty as yours, I’m building a bunch of these!

    Reply
  9. gail says

    May 19, 2016 at 7:08 pm

    Beautiful job Amy on the flower pot stand, and I am so in love with your pallet flower stand…

    I didn’t know that the Thompson’s Water Seal came in a spray can…. I’ll have to remember that.

    gail

    Reply
  10. Debbie @ Refresh Restyle says

    May 20, 2016 at 12:11 pm

    Thanks for the awesome instructions! I love varying heights for planters! Love it!
    Debbie

    Reply
  11. DeDe @ Designed Decor says

    May 21, 2016 at 6:51 am

    Those flower pot stands are a great idea! Those flowers are beautiful! Makes a great statement!

    Reply
  12. Marie, The Interior Frugalista says

    May 24, 2016 at 2:46 pm

    Oh my gosh Amy, if only my hanging flowers looked so full and lush like yours! Love this idea for DIY plant stands and will show my sister, who also has huge cascading flower arrangements too heavy to hang. She’s kind of handy so I think following your step-by-step tutorial should help guide her along the way. Pinned to share.

    Reply

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