Concrete Planters

Shapes and styles

Concrete works in almost any proportion, which is why the same material appears in so many different planters. The notes below follow the main groupings featured on this site.

• Newport style — a classic concrete look, often used for entryways and garden steps.
• Brooklyn style — a more urban, simplified silhouette that suits modern facades.
• Rectangular — long troughs for hedges, grasses and window-box arrangements.
• Round — bowls and cylinders that soften hard edges on a terrace.
• Modern — minimal, geometric forms with little ornamentation.

Finishes range from smooth pale grey to textured surfaces that show the material's grain. Weight is part of the appeal: a heavy planter stays put in wind and reads as a permanent part of the layout.

Concrete and cacti are a natural pairing — both favour dry conditions and a simple, sculptural outline.

Cacti and concrete

Many of the concrete planters shown here are styled with cacti and other succulents. The combination keeps maintenance low and lets the planter's shape carry the composition. Drainage matters, so check that a container has an opening or a layer of gravel beneath the soil.

For larger arrangements, tall rectangular planters can hold several specimens in a row, while round bowls work well as a single focal point.

Choosing a concrete planter

Start with the space. A narrow balcony usually takes a round or square planter that leaves room to walk past, while a wide patio can carry a long rectangular trough. Indoors, a smaller concrete pot on a saucer protects floors and keeps the look consistent with outdoor pieces.

Then consider the plant. Cacti and succulents need sharp drainage; leafy plants prefer more volume for roots. If the planter will stay outside through winter, a heavier form is less likely to shift.

Keep exploring

The planter section collects the wider range of materials and shapes, and the retail page gathers options grouped by store line.