My mom always says that every room in your home should include a touch of whimsy. A face planter for your plants is a great way to add that touch!
These face planters will add a fun touch to your indoor plant collection. The plant becomes the “hair.” You can put several together to make a cute collection.
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We’re highlighting face planters made for indoor plants. They would also look great on your front porch, patio, or garden beds. If you plan on having them outdoors, make sure to find the heavier ones, so they don’t tip over.
Choosing a Face Planter
There are so many different types of face planters to choose from. We’ll cover some of the more popular styles that we think will look the best in your home for your houseplants.
Most houseplants require a pot with good drainage holes. Good drainage holes helps prevent overwatering by letting excess water run out. Overwatering can lead to root rot, the growth of bacteria, mold, or fungi, or can even kill your plants.
When choosing a head planter (aka face planter), size is an essential factor. A face planter that is too small or too large can lead to problems with the soil, roots, or overall plant health.
Larger plants with more foliage will generally have longer roots, so you will need a deeper face planter. In a smaller face planter, more shallow plants like cacti and succulents will do fine.
Nordic Face Planter
Nordic (or Scandinavian) design focuses on clean, simple lines, minimalism, and functionality without sacrificing beauty. Nordic face planters fit that description perfectly and are a great way to add some Scandinavian style to your home decor.
Lady Head Planters
Did you know that the lady head planter was produced initially by florist companies as a marketing ploy to sell more of their small bouquets using these flower pots? They were wildly popular in the 1950s-1970s. Now this style of head planter making a comeback!
Funny Face Planters
For a hefty dose of whimsy and a smile every time they catch your eye, these funny face pots will lighten the mood in any room.
Concrete Planter Heads
Concrete is an excellent material for an indoor face pot They are porous in their raw form (unsealed) and help control overwatering. So, these concrete planter heads and cute and functional.
Animal Head Planter
Don’t have the time or desire for a pet? Consider getting an animal head planter. Animal head planters are pots with a design on the outside resembling an animal’s face. The primary benefit of this style face planter instead of a pet is that they require very little maintenance when you choose an easy-going plant.
Miniature Head Planter
Give even the tiniest plants, flowers, or succulents a cute place to live with the miniature head planters. Be sure your miniature planter has a drainage hole.
What Indoor Plants Look Best in a Face Planter?
Many different plants will look great in your face pot.
Try ornamental grasses, succulents, cacti, and just about any other type of indoor plant you might want to grow in a more standard planter.
A Calathea ornata plant can make an excellent addition to a face planter with the bushy leaves and dramatic colors it produces.
It’s fun to choose trailing plants that spill over the edges of the face pot, mimicking the look of hair.
Trailing plants to try in your face pot:
Top 5 Plants for Face Planters
Plant 1: Pilea Peperomioides
Pilea Peperomioides, also known as the Chinese Money Plant, is a popular choice for your face planter due to its unique round leaves and the fact that it is easy to care for.
This plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is a great choice for those who want a low-maintenance plant that adds a touch of green to their space.
Plant 2: String of Pearls
String of Pearls, also known as Senecio rowleyanus, is a trailing succulent that looks great in head planters. Its small, bead-like leaves hang down from the pot, creating a unique and eye-catching display.
This plant prefers bright, indirect sunlight and well-draining soil. It is a great choice for those who want a plant that is both beautiful and easy to care for.
The String of Pearls perfectly mimics a long wavy or curly hairstyle. These plants are not pet safe, so be careful where you place them.
String of Turtles would also be a great option for your face planter!
Plant 3: Spider Plant
Spider Plant, also known as Chlorophytum comosum, is a classic houseplant that looks great in a face planter. Its long, thin leaves arch out from the pot, creating a unique and interesting display.
This plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is a great choice for those who want a low-maintenance plant that is both beautiful and easy to care for.
Spider plant is among one of the easiest to care for. They frequently shoot off “baby” plants too which makes them a fun hairstyle plant for your face planter.
Plant 4: Mistletoe Cactus
Mistletoe Cactus, also known as Rhipsalis baccifera, looks like cute hair in your head planter! This plant is a unique and interesting choice for a face planter. Its long, thin stems hang down from the pot, creating a unique and eye-catching display.
This plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is a great choice for those who want a plant that is both beautiful and low-maintenance.
Plant 5: Burro’s Tail Plant (Donkey Tail)
Burro’s Tail Plant, also known as Sedum morganianum, is a trailing succulent that looks great in face planters. Its long, thin stems are covered in small, bead-like leaves that hang down from the pot, creating a unique and interesting display.
This plant prefers bright, indirect light and well-draining soil. It is a great choice for those who want a plant that is both beautiful and easy to care for.
Where to Buy a Face Planter
You can buy face planters for your houseplants at many different retailers, in-store and online for a small plant or a large plant. We love the convenience of Amazon but also love supporting the small business owners on Etsy when buying a planter or flower pot.