39+ Easy and Cheap Container Gardening Ideas (2024)

Spruce up your front porch or backyard deck with an adorable moss basket container garden! Follow the simple step-by-step tutorial to create a charming focal point featuring white flowers and greenery.

Use an old galvanized bucket for an affordable planter. The first thing you want to do is add drainage holes, especially in large containers. Large buckets are a perfect way to plant herbs, vegetables, or even strawberries. The important thing is good drainage and a rich potting mix.

A DIY vertical garden can be the perfect idea for a small space. Even a balcony, or a deck. You can use a ready-made container to make it super easy. We love this hanging bucket idea from Heather with Heathered Nest.

Carlene from Organized Clutter has amazing container gardens. This oak barrel planter is one of my favorite containers! She has other whiskey barrel planters if you want to get inspired. The contrasting colors in this planter is just stunning!

Whenever you are short on space, go vertical! You can grow vegetables, herbs, or whatever you desire. This DIY patio planter uses hanging garden pots for an easy and unique look.

Use inexpensive window boxes to plant an indoor herb garden right in your kitchen! This makes it simple for meal prep. Snip fresh herbs for your recipes.

Heather from Homemade Heather shares how she created a garden design complete with a salsa garden! How fun is that?

Gail from My Repurposed Life made a beautiful gutter planter. This is a really cool idea. She shares tips on proper care.

Sometimes the hardest thing with container gardening is figuring out what plant arrangements go together. Pam from House of Hawthornes shares some great tips to take the guess work out of it!

Looking for an easy project? Paint tin cans in a bright color to make herb garden planters for a single plant display. It's a great way to add vibrancy to your space!

See how Kristin from My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia created a succulent planter out of a bird bath. This will last through the fall and winter with hardy succulents.  

A balcony, deck or porch is a great place to go with vertical gardening like this hanging planter idea. It is self-watering so no worries about excess water. It's perfect for small spaces, plus it looks so pretty with the lattice back!

Upcycling old items like an enamel colander into a planter is a perfect statement piece for front porch decor. Think outside the box when it comes to creating your own beautiful planters. The thrift store is a great place to look for items to repurpose.

Turn your gardening dreams into reality by creating a DIY planter trellis that will take your container garden to the next level! Ideal for growing tomatoes or any climbing plant you desire.

Get ready to create your very own container garden with these super simple do-it-yourself steps! These planters are ideal for gardens big or small, and won't break the bank!

Amber from Amber Oliver repurposed old cedar fence pickets when she built her raised garden beds. These can be used as cut flower beds or for vegetables.

Let's check out some helpful succulent garden inspiration and learn how to keep those succulents thriving!

Get creative with this easy-to-follow tutorial on transforming a pallet into a trendy Moroccan-inspired potted plant wall!

Here are some easy tips about the best plants for container planting. The best flower pot designs should be durable, functional and attractive!

Clay pot containers filled with flowers are a wonderful way to add color, beauty and interest to your yard and front door. Especially when grouped together as shown here.

Sprinkle a bit of untamed charm onto your garden, patio, or balcony with this whimsical guide on cultivating wildflowers in pots and containers! Let's get those ornamental grasses growing!

Kathy from Petticoat Junktion uses rusty containers and other "junk" items in smaller pots for a simple way to add a unique touch to her garden and porch.

Learn how to make your own one-pot herb garden for the best results.

Get your little ones involved in creating some DIY plastic bottle planters. This activity is not only super easy to start, but also a fantastic way to show kids the importance of caring for plants and the planet.

Discover a fun and easy way to jazz up plain black plastic nursery pots into stylish flower containers without the hassle of repotting. Give those plastic pots a fresh new look!

Did you know you can create your own self-watering planter right in your own home? It's super easy and will give your plants a better shot at thriving without drowning them in water!

Who says you need a huge area to grow big? This awesome ladder planter takes your planters to new heights, literally! Get ready to make the most of your space with this vertical gardening solution.

Learn how to make a beginner-friendly container vegetable garden with these super cool ideas that are perfect for anyone just starting out.

These simple steps will guide you in planting and nurturing sweet potatoes until you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of scrumptious sweet potatoes!

This old wheelbarrow planter has been pinned in my favorite gardening board since I first spotted it! It is such a cute idea and you may be able to find an old wheelbarrow for less than a giant planter would cost.

Get creative and transform your upcycled items into unique garden pots! Watch your plants thrive and be amazed by the possibilities when you think outside the box with these items.

Check out this awesome DIY birdhouse planter that's a breeze to create and just what your flowers and herbs need!

Sprucing up your space with container gardening is like adding a pop of charm to your home! It's the perfect way to bring some green goodness into small spaces. Get it right with the right container!

Jane from Sustain My Craft Habit upcycled an old cooler for extra kale plants! This is a great way to quickly harvest kale leaves for morning smoothies and salads.

Looking to add more flower and veggie pots without breaking the bank? Just grab some colorful spray paint and transform a plain old 5 gallon bucket into a fabulous planter!

Discover the joy of growing asparagus in pots - it's a breeze! These are some of the best vegetables as they can thrive for a whopping 10 to 20 years. Nailing down details like the ideal depth for planting asparagus crowns, perfect lighting conditions, and the best time to sow them is crucial.

I absolutely love planting bulbs in flower pots during the fall! It's like a gardening gift that keeps on giving because once those fall bulbs are snug in their containers, they pretty much take care of themselves. It's the ultimate low-maintenance gardening joy!

Use some regular old wood to make a great new strawberry planter with this DIY tutorial.

These simple and creative gardening ideas will inspire you to upcycle your own DIY planters!

From choosing the perfect small plants to arranging them in a beautiful display, enjoy this step-by-step tutorial on how to bring a touch of nature’s beauty into to your home or patio.