Best window boxes for your house plants

Jump on the popular trend for copper planters with this seedling tray that's made from solid brushed copper. The untreated copper surface will age in a completely natural way, making each tray unique. Lush green seedlings will contrast with the earthy tones of this plant box and the long, slim shape makes it an elegant addition to a sunny kitchen window sill.

Embrace a sunny outlook on life with an explosion of colour. This vibrant and contemporary planter is perfect for small cacti, succulents and petite house plants. The cheery colour options pop against the greenery of foliage. Additionally, the seller can do customisation upon request which is an added benefit when buying from Etsy. It's good news for the environment, too, as this planter is made from a vegetable-based plastic that's waterproof and shatterproof.

Customer review: "Lovely colour and quality, a little smaller than I expected but that's my fault for not measuring correctly."

Cast adrift to more exotic climes with this set of pretty pots in an earthenware tray. Featuring a blue, terracotta and white Portuguese tile pattern, it would look picture-perfect in a conservatory planted with red geraniums. Unusual and made from quality materials, this is one plant box that's going to look outstanding on any window sill.

This très modern rectangular planter is ideal for a room with minimalist décor. Sleek and modern this stainless steel box could be used to hold candles as well as small plants. Although it's a little on the expensive side, it's a good investment as the powder-coated metal box is made to last.

Customer review: "Heavy-weight sturdy trough for cacti and succulents etc. Expensive, but looks very smart and very well made."

For a plant box that does what it says on the tin, you'd be hard-pressed to find better than this budget option from Wilko. Choose from homely cream or sage green that'll complement most kitchen, bathroom or conservatory colour schemes. The added benefit of this planter is that it stands a stable 11cm high, which is a practical consideration if you're choosing tall plants that'll need to establish deeper roots.

Customer review: "Such good quality and amazing price. Been looking for something like this for ages and all so expensive. Should have known good old Wilko's would have the perfect thing."

For those of us that are prone to neglecting our plant babies, these clever plant boxes feature a double-walled design that stores excess water. In addition, the cotton rope absorbs water from the bottom of the planter, keeping the soil moist and eliminating the need to water the plants daily. A water-filling port makes it easy to add water, and there's a watermark so you can see how much liquid is left in the planter. So you can feel a bit less guilty about forgetting to hydrate your house plants.

Customer review: "These are good because they have a window for viewing the water level. They are perfect for window sills and come in three colours to add colour to any area."

This gorgeous bronze plant box will bring vintage glasshouse vibes to a rustic window sill. Grow herbs, cacti or small house plants in three planters that fit snuggly in a metal drip tray. It's fully watertight and made from quality recycled metal with a 12cm height and width that makes it ideal for a trio of bright pot plants.

Customer review: "Beautiful item, reasonably priced and looks wonderful on the kitchen windowsill. Can't wait to have my own little herb garden - thank you."

This all-natural oak and slate window box has the incidental benefit of being able to write in chalk on the surface. Position prominently to leave messages to loved ones. It looks quite large in the product photos, but it's just 40cm long, so do consider what you intend to plant before buying. It's ideal for edible herbs or lush ornamental grasses for year-round greenery.

Customer review: "A beautiful natural product that houses my herbs in the kitchen. Come with drip tray so no spills when watering. Beautiful note from supplier to thank me for the business also showing a lot more products they sell."

Make a beeline for this lovely pine plant box makes a wonderful gift for a special someone as it can be personalised with their name. It's handmade from wood, and with the addition of a plastic liner, it's a keepsake that can be treasured for a lifetime. It's not a long box, but it is tall and wide so it could accommodate a sturdy houseplant. It would look wonderful next to bright tilework and Azure blue ceramics for a bang-on-trend interior vignette.

Customer review: "Quality is awesome, matched description exactly, and exceeded my expectations."

This chic zinc metal tray would look equally at home in a contemporary kitchen or on a rustic wooden sill. The long trough is perfect for filling with small plants or seedlings to create a linear display on a slim ledge. Made from durable steel that's been powder-coated with a zinc finish, the tray is designed to protect surfaces from water damage. It could even be used as a bowl of floating candles to transport you to far-flung shores.

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