Creative Ways to Use Planters Indoors: Farmhouse Charm for Every Room
When it comes to creating a warm, welcoming farmhouse feel, few details make a bigger impact than bringing a touch of nature indoors. Wood planters — especially handmade ones — can instantly add charm, texture, and life to your home. Whether you’re styling a cozy kitchen or brightening a hallway, the right planter placement can transform an ordinary space into something special.
Here are some creative ways to use planters indoors that blend farmhouse warmth with timeless style.
1. Add Rustic Greenery to Your Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of the home, and it’s one of the easiest places to add farmhouse-inspired greenery.
Try small wood planters on your windowsill or countertop filled with fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, or basil. Not only do they look beautiful, but they’re also practical for cooking.
If your kitchen has open shelving, mix in mini planters with your dishes and mugs — they help soften hard lines and add that lived-in farmhouse touch.
2. Create a Statement Entryway
A welcoming entryway sets the tone for your whole home. Use a pair of matching planters on your console table or bench — one on each side of a mirror or wall hook rack.
Choose trailing plants like pothos or ivy that gently cascade over the edge of your handmade wooden planters for a naturally relaxed look.
Adding seasonal stems or dried arrangements in your planters also keeps your decor feeling fresh year-round.
3. Bring Life to Your Living Room
Your living room is the perfect place to showcase your personality and style. Mix and match different planter sizes on your coffee table, side tables, or fireplace mantel.
Try a combination of:
- Succulents or small ferns for easy maintenance
- Eucalyptus stems for a calming scent
- Mini floral arrangements to tie in with throw pillows or wall art
For a true farmhouse feel, stick with natural tones — warm wood, whites, and soft greens — and avoid overly polished finishes. Your handmade wood planters will shine as the star of the display.
4. Style a Relaxing Bedroom Corner
Adding greenery to your bedroom can make the space feel more peaceful and grounded. Consider placing a medium-sized planter on your dresser, nightstand, or next to a reading chair.
Snake plants, peace lilies, or lavender work beautifully indoors and even help purify the air.
If you love a bit of farmhouse romance, try dried lavender or cotton stems in one of your rustic planters for a vintage-inspired accent.
5. Freshen Up the Bathroom
Bathrooms often get overlooked when decorating, but a simple planter can make the space feel spa-like.
Small succulent planters on a windowsill or shelf can thrive with the humidity. If your bathroom doesn’t get much light, opt for faux greenery in one of your handmade wooden boxes — the wood adds warmth against cool tile and metal finishes.
6. Group Planters for a Farmhouse Display
One of the most creative ways to use indoor planters is to group several together for visual interest.
Try a trio of planters on a tray in your dining area or line several smaller ones down the center of a farmhouse table for a simple centerpiece. Varying heights and textures make the display more dynamic and eye-catching.
7. Think Beyond Greenery
Planters don’t have to be limited to plants! Get creative by using your handmade wooden planters for:
- Candle displays
- Utensil holders on a rustic kitchen counter
- Desk organizers in a farmhouse-style home office
- Seasonal decor, like pinecones or ornaments during the holidays
This not only makes your decor more versatile but also lets your handcrafted woodwork be enjoyed all year long.
Bring the Farmhouse Feel Home
Whether your style leans modern farmhouse, rustic cottage, or classic country, indoor planters are a simple way to add warmth and personality to your home.
Each handmade wood planter from Kent Wood Designs is crafted to bring that natural, timeless touch into your space. Use them to style greenery, organize everyday items, or simply showcase the beauty of natural wood — no matter how you use them, they’ll add charm and character to every corner.
