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The best window planters for improving your indoor garden

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Window planters are more than useful. They’re beautiful additions to your home’s decor while providing the maximum sunlight that high-light plants need. If you’re growing succulents or some tropical plants — or even indoor flowers — you’ll need a windowsill planter to capture all that sunlight. These choices are our top picks for best window planters.

Window planter boxes are convenient and help you grow plants that need tons of light. Window box planters will give you more space, more sun, and more enjoyment of your plants as you expand your indoor greenery. These are the ideal options for your window.

10-Inch Ceramic Window Planter

Best Modern Design

The sleek, dark ceramic of this window planter provides a modern take on the classic box. It features a beautiful rectangular design with a removable drip tray, and the narrow profile fits on many standard windowsills. Two draining holes provide better water management, and the box comes in several trendy colors for you to enjoy. Overall it measures 10.25×4.25×5.25 inches.

Bloem Window Box Planter

Best Overall

With a durable polypropylene plastic and a matte finish, this durable yet ultra-lightweight planter box provides space for plants in your window and a slim profile for better positioning. It comes with a removable drip tray and pre-drilled holes for better drainage. It comes in several matte colors designed to match your garden aesthetic. It measures 18 inches at the top, 15 inches at the base, 5.75 inches high, and 7.5 inches deep.

FLOWERPLUS Window Planter

Best Craftsmanship

This beautifully made ceramic planter features a coordinating wooden drip tray and a narrow profile suitable for windowsills. High-temperature ceramic and a high gloss finish provide a modern look while a tiny plant marker is a cute addition to the aesthetic. It measures just 11.1×2.26×1.77 inches and can hold tea lights as well.

Use these window planters to provide sunlight for needy plants and expand your growing areas. The options on our list all use quality materials designed to last year after year, and the designs are suitable for a variety of decor types. Take advantage of all that light and place your plants near the window. These planters will help you make your plants happy.

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