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Make a Front-Porch Planter From Repurposed Furniture

April 23, 2021

By: Sam Henderson

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Take your porch or patio to new heights by turning an old dresser, chest of drawers or vanity into a stylish planter box.

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Unexpected Welcome

This antique shaving stand now functions as a cheerful welcome to guests when lined with plants and other decor.

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Plant Choices

Stick with annuals that can be easily changed out to keep a bright, fresh look at the door.

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Container Choices

Consider leaving the plants in their containers. If the shape doesn’t work for your drawers, transfer them to a container that can be easily moved in and out of the drawer. The bottom of a plastic milk jug with a few drainage holes works great.

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Protecting the Drawers

If you will be watering the plants inside the drawers, consider lining the drawers with heavy plastic. Just a few staples should be enough to hold the plastic in place.

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Stagger the Drawers

Open the drawers at differing depths for variation.

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Merchandising the Top

Use the top of the piece for displaying more plants or other items. If placing at your front door, consider placing house numbers in your arrangement.

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Hard Materials

Be sure to include some interesting decor pieces that are not plants to give your guests a sense of your personal style.

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Decor at the Door

A mix of plants and objects on an old piece of furniture is a great way to welcome guests.

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Make a Front-Porch Planter From Repurposed Furniture

Unexpected Welcome

Plant Choices

Container Choices

Protecting the Drawers

Stagger the Drawers

Merchandising the Top

Hard Materials

Decor at the Door

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