30+ Plant Stands You Can Make

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This is for the plant lovers out there! Ready to give your plant display a stylish upgrade? We've scoured the internet and put together a fabulous roundup of DIY plant stand ideas that will fit any decor style and space. Whether you're a seasoned DIYer or a crafty newbie, there's something here for everyone. Let's turn those plant dreams into reality and create some cozy corners filled with lush greenery. Enjoy!


 

 


1. Folding Plant Stand

folding plant stand

Image Credit: Reader Build ABRONSON

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Skill Level: Advanced
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Nailer, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, washers, nuts , bolts 

Folding, compact plant stand perfect for putting your plants in their best light. Features folding design, so you can stash in the shed for winter, two slatted shelves, and modern styling. Inspired by Crate and Barrel Mendocino Folding Plant Stand.

 

 


 


 

 


2. Farmer's Market Plant Stand

farmer's market stand

Image Credit: Brooklyn Limestone

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, lath boards, hinges

If you're short on space and want to display your beautiful plants, this plan is great for indoors or out! We love the added farmer's market sign to add to the charm.

 

 


 


 

 


3. Leaning Plant Shelves

plant shelves

Image Credit: couturette.du.soir on Instagram

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Skill Level: Intermediate 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Krg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material

Use 1x boards to build a leaning ladder wall bookshelf and display plants in any room!

 

 


 


 

 


4. Plant Display Bookshelves

plant display shelves

Image Credit: Living with Plantas on Instagram

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material and plywood

Bookshelves are a fantastic way to create a plant wall display. This plan is beginner friendly!

 

 


 


 

 


5. Tiered Plant Stand

tiered plant stand

Image Credit: Anika's DIY Life

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material

This charming plant stand doesn't take up a ton of space, but adds an element of beauty to the room!

 

 


 


 

 


6. Plant Display Stand

2 tier plant stand

Image Credit: The Merry Thought

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Skill Level: Beginner
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Jig Saw, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material, wood dowels

The perfect addtion to a space that needs a plant accent. Will diplay 2 plants beautifully!

 

 


 


 

 


7. 3-Tier Rolling Plant Stand

rolling plant stand

Image Credit: Charleston Crafted

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: plywood, casters

A great additon to the front porch, love that it's mobile if it needs to be moved around for the correct amount of sunlight!

 

 


 


 

 


8. Easy 2x4 Plant Stand

2x4 plant stand

Image Credit: Girl Just DIY

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material

Using basic materials, create the perfect 2x plant stand for your space to display those beautiful plants!

 

 


 


 

 


9. Tall Corner Plant Stand

tall corner plant stand

Image Credit: Houseful of Handmade

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Skill Level: Intermediate  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Table Saw, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material

Bring some life to any corner with this plant stand! Makes a great accent piece and doesn't take up a ton of space.

 

 


 


 

 


10. A-Frame Folding Plant Stand

folding plant stand

Image Credit: Created by V

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material, cedar fence pickets, washers, bolts, nuts

This folding plant stand is great because it's easy to move the plants indoors or out depending on the weather. It adds a beautiful pop of color and curb appeal outdoors!

 

 


 


 

 


11. 3-Shelf Wood Plant Stand

3 tier table plant stand

Image Credit: Censational Style

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material

Add a little plant decor to any corner. This stylish wooden tiered plant stand is sure to make a statement!

 

 


 


 

 


12. Starter Plant Shelf

seed starter plant shelf

Image Credit: Hydrangea Treehouse

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material

Percfect for small starter plants or seedlings, this 3 tier shelf won't take up a lot of space and can be built and modified to fit your starter set up!

 

 


 


 

 


13. Modern A-Frame Plant Stand

front porch plant stand

Image Credit: Handmade Haven

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander,Nailer, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material, plywood

A great addition for the front patio, this modern plant stand will hold all the pretty plants!

 

 


 


 

 


14. Low Ladder Plant Shelf

ladder plant shelf

Image Credit: The Merry Thought

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Skill Level: Intermediate
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material

This low step ladder design is not only super pretty, but it's also a great height for watering the plants!

 

 


 


 

 


15. Outdoor Plant Stand with Arbor

outdoor hanging plant stand with arbor

Image Credit: The Handyman's Daughter

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Skill Level: Intermediate 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material, fence pickets

Add some style, structure and privacy with this gorgeous outdoor plant stand! 

 

 


 


 

 


16. Mini Plant Ladder

mini plant ladder

Image Credit: The Stonybrook House

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material

Perfect for succulents or smaller plants to be displayed on the countertop or tabletop! Would make a darling gift for plant lovers.

 

 


 


 

 


17. Plant Bench

plant bench

Image Credit: Live Pretty on a Penny

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material

Love this idea for under a window. Build a bench or repurpose one that you already have! 

 

 


 


 

 


18. Plant Ladder Shelf

plant ladder shelf

Image Credit: Woodshop Diaries

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material

Create a beautiful indoor or outdoor garden. This design makes a perfect renter friendly addition as well!

 

 


 


 

 


19. Stair Case Plant Stand

stair plant stand

Image Credit: Empress of Dirt

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Skill Level: Intermediate 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material, pipe and fittings

Looking for a fun and clever way to display some outdoor plants? Here is a cool stair design plant stand!

 

 


 


 

 


20. 2 Board Plant Shelf

easy plant shelf with 2 boards

Image Credit: Woodshop Diaries

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x boards

Using just 2 1x8 boards, build a darling plant stand to display those indoor plants!

 

 


 


 

 


21. Plant Shelf with Hanging Rod

plant shelf with hanging rod

Image Credit: Charleston Crafted

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material and wood dowel

This slatted plant stand with hanging rod is a beautiful way to display indoor plants to any space!

 

 


 


 

 


22. Outdoor Plant Stand

outdoor plant stand

Image Credit: A Shade of Teal

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material

Build an outdoor plant shelf to enjoy some beautiful plants on the patio!

 

 


 


 

 


23. Simple Indoor Plant Shelf

indoor plant shelf

Image Credit: Erin Spain

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material, wood dowel

Create a darling space to display your plants with this easy to build plant shelf, using basic materials and tools!

 

 


 


 

 


24. Window Plant Shelf

window plant shelf

Image Credit: Ugly Duckliing House

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x and 2x material

Love these window shelves to display house plants, this plan is easy to modify for your window opening!

 

 


 


 

 


25. Plant Shelf with Space for Hanging Plant

outdoor plant shelf

Image Credit: Mama Needs a Project

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material

Add some curb appeal with this outdoor plant shelf, love the top board for adding a hanging plant!

 

 


 


 

 


26. Ladder Stand for Potted Plants

pot ladder plant stand

Image Credit: Shanty 2 Chic

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: Fence Pickets

For potted plants this is such a fun and easy way to display them! Cedar fence picket are great for outdoor applications and are inexpensive.

 

 


 


 

 


27. Angled Plant Stand

3 tier angled plant stand

Image Credit: Charleston Crafted

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material

Love this 3 tiered plant stand for indoors or out! A quick easy build and great way to display plants.

 

 


 


 

 


28. Plant Display Shelf

plant display shelf

Image Credit: Pneumatic Addict

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material

This little plant stand is the perfect addition to the front porch to display plants or seasonal items, such as pumkins or small Christmas trees!

 

 


 


 

 


29. Vertical Herb Shelf

vertical herb shelf

Image Credit: Never Skip Brunch

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Skill Level: Beginner  
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material, aluminum flar bar

Fresh herbs on the patio, yes please! Plus this is a great way to add some color and aroma to your outdoor area.

 

 


 


 

 


30. Wall Mounted Plant Shelves

wall mounted plant shelves

Image Credit: Clever Bloom

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Nailer, Safety Glasses
Materials: 1x material

This wall mounted plant shelf adds the perfect modern touch to any room!

 

 


 


 

 


31. Pegboard Plant Display

pegboard plant shelf

Image Credit: Most Lovely Things

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Safety Glasses
Materials: plywood, wood dowels

A pegboard plant shelf makes a lovely display!

 

 


 


 

 


32. Paver Plant Stand

paver plant stand

Image Credit: By Brittany Goldwyn

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Skill Level: Beginner 
Tools Needed: Tape Measure, Saw, Drill, Sander, Kreg Jig, Safety Glasses
Materials: 2x material

Build a small plant stand out of 2x2's and a concrete paver. Easy to customize with how you finish it, or add a stencil to the paver!

 

 


 

30 + Best Plant Stand Plans