What can I do with old ceramic plant pots?

There are a number of things that you can do with old ceramic plant pots. Use them to organize toiletries in the bathroom or bedroom or to corral office supplies on your desk. Turn them into holders for your gardening tools or cooking utensils. Larger pots can find new life as umbrella stands in your front entryway. Shop a selection of ceramic planters on 1stDibs.

Are iron pots good for plants?

Whether iron pots are good for plants is a matter of opinion. The biggest advantage of an iron pot is that it’s highly durable. Many people also like the appearance of the metal. On the downside, an iron pot that lacks insulation could overheat plants when exposed to hot weather. In addition, adding water to iron could lead to rusting. Planter liners can reduce the risk of both overheating and rust. Find a range of planters on 1stDibs.

Are clay pots good for plants?

Yes, clay pots are good for plants. These pots provide a healthy environment for most plants because material's porous nature allows air and moisture to penetrate the sides of the pot. Clay pots can remove excess moisture from the potting soil reducing the chance of root rot.

Do plant pots need saucers?

No, plant pots do not need saucers. While saucers are not necessary, some choose to place a plant pot over a saucer to collect the water that drains from the pot. Others recommend against saucers because water that collects will keep the soil of the plant too moist, an unhealthy condition for most plants.

What type of pot is best for a jade plant?

The best pot for a jade plant is either a ceramic pot or a sturdy plastic pot with great drainage to keep the soil and roots from becoming too soggy. If you have a free-draining mix, either of the two pots will keep your plant happy and healthy. Find a variety of vintage and antique pots for a jade plant on 1stDibs.

1970s Plant Pots

1970s Abstract Italian

Rattan Plant

Wicker Plant Stand

Willow Planter

Set of 7 pieces white Perspex Lighted Plant Pots, 1970s

$1,765 / set

H 40.16 in W 11.82 in D 11.82 in

Set of 7 pieces white Perspex Lighted Plant Pots, 1970s

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

These plant pots are designed and manufactured in the 1970s in Belgium. They are completely made

Category

Vintage 1970s Belgian Minimalist More Lighting

Materials

Plexiglass

Mid-Century Modern German Plant Stand or Flower Pot Shelf, Rattan Bamboo, 1970s

$620

H 23.63 in W 29.5 in D 10 in

Mid-Century Modern German Plant Stand or Flower Pot Shelf, Rattan Bamboo, 1970s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

An amazing Mid-Century Modern plant stand, flower pot holder or shelf. Made in Germany, circa 1970s

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Console Tables

Materials

Bamboo, Rattan, Wood

Hollywood regency burl and brass plant pot, Vivai del Sud Italy 1970s

$323

H 6.89 in W 7.29 in D 7.29 in

Hollywood regency burl and brass plant pot, Vivai del Sud Italy 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Firenze, IT

Hollywood regency burl and brass plant pot Vivai del Sud, Italy 1970s brass, burl H 17,5 cm

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Vases

Materials

Brass

Vivai Del Sud Bamboo Wicker Vintage Pot Cache Plant Holder or Waist Basket 1970s

$620

H 17.5 in W 15 in D 15 in

Vivai Del Sud Bamboo Wicker Vintage Pot Cache Plant Holder or Waist Basket 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Nuernberg, DE

This beautiful vintage pot plant holder or hip basket was manufactured by Vivai Del Sud, an Italian

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Patio and Garden Furniture

Materials

Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Recent Sales

1970s Italian Tole Poppy Plant in Black and White Pot

Unavailable

H 15 in W 7 in D 7 in

1970s Italian Tole Poppy Plant in Black and White Pot

By Mackenzie Childs

Located in Richmond, VA

Offered is an elegant tole painted metal expressionist poppy flower plant in a scalloped edge

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures

Materials

Metal

1970s Midcentury Wicker Plant Pot Stand

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H 15.36 in Dm 15.36 in

1970s Midcentury Wicker Plant Pot Stand

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Wonderful wicker rattan plant holder from the 1970s. Nice detailed wicker work. In good vintage

Category

Mid-20th Century English Bohemian Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Wicker

Pair of Large Midcentury Concrete Garden Plant Pots 1970s

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H 14.57 in Dm 29.14 in

Pair of Large Midcentury Concrete Garden Plant Pots 1970s

By Willy Guhl

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Wonderful pair of large solid concrete plant pots. They date from the 1970s and would possibly

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

1970s Garden Plant Pot by Willy Guhl by Eurostone

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H 6.7 in Dm 29.93 in L 6.7 in

1970s Garden Plant Pot by Willy Guhl by Eurostone

By Willy Guhl

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Garden planter by Willy Guhl, made from fibrous concrete. In good vintage condition. Stamped Eurostone. ST1016.

Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

1970s Large French Garden Planter Concrete Plant Pot Rodianesque

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H 22.5 in Dm 51 in

1970s Large French Garden Planter Concrete Plant Pot Rodianesque

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Good quality large concrete planter from the 1970s. Very nice size, made from concrete with nice

Category

Mid-20th Century Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Italian modern plastic plant pot Prisma Gianni Celada for Vastill Program, 1970s

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H 13.78 in W 14.57 in D 18.51 in

Italian modern plastic plant pot Prisma Gianni Celada for Vastill Program, 1970s

By Gianni Celada

Located in MIlano, IT

Italian modern plastic plant pot Prisma by Gianni Celada for the Vastill Program, 1970s. Prisma

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Plastic

Pair of Circular Concrete Textured Garden Planters Plant Pots, 1970s

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H 6.7 in Dm 15.75 in

Pair of Circular Concrete Textured Garden Planters Plant Pots, 1970s

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

A pair of round planters from the 1970s, large drainage hole to the base. In good vintage

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Large Pair of 1970s Square Concrete Garden Planters Plant Pots

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H 15.36 in W 20.48 in D 20.48 in

Large Pair of 1970s Square Concrete Garden Planters Plant Pots

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

A very good quality pair of square concrete planters from the 1970s. Made from solid concrete with

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Brutalist 1970s Concrete Planter Plant Pot by Willow Lodge Crafts Glos

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H 11.42 in Dm 19.69 in

Brutalist 1970s Concrete Planter Plant Pot by Willow Lodge Crafts Glos

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

the outside of the planter. It dates from the 1970s. Stamped to the inside of pot "Willow Lodge Crafts

Category

Mid-20th Century British Brutalist Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

Brutalist 1970s Concrete Garden Planter Plant Pot by Willow Lodge Crafts Glos

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H 11.03 in Dm 19.69 in

Brutalist 1970s Concrete Garden Planter Plant Pot by Willow Lodge Crafts Glos

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

the outside of the planter. It dates from the 1970s. Stamped to the inside of pot "Willow Lodge

Category

Mid-20th Century Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Concrete

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Rattan and Bamboo Plant Holder or Basket by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s

$1,176

H 18.9 in W 17.33 in D 17.33 in

Rattan and Bamboo Plant Holder or Basket by Vivai Del Sud, Italy 1970s

By Vivai del Sud

Located in Rome, IT

Midcentury squared Plant Holder or Basket in rattan and bamboo by Vivai Del Sud. Made in Italy in the 1970s. Vivai del sud, Gabriella Crespi and Arpex were the three leading design...

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

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1970s Plant Pots For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of 1970s plant pots for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct 1970s plant pots — often made from metal, ceramic and stone — can elevate any home. There are 92 antique and vintage 1970s plant pots for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 3 modern editions to choose from as well. 1970s plant pots have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and modern 1970s plant pots are consistently popular styles. 1970s plant pots have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Willy Guhl, Hans Sumpf Co. and Eternit are consistently popular.

How Much are 1970s Plant Pots?

Prices for 1970s plant pots can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, 1970s plant pots begin at $35 and can go as high as $30,000, while the average can fetch as much as $1,647.

Questions About 1970s Plant Pots

What can I do with old ceramic plant pots?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
There are a number of things that you can do with old ceramic plant pots. Use them to organize toiletries in the bathroom or bedroom or to corral office supplies on your desk. Turn them into holders for your gardening tools or cooking utensils. Larger pots can find new life as umbrella stands in your front entryway. Shop a selection of ceramic planters on 1stDibs.
Are iron pots good for plants?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
Whether iron pots are good for plants is a matter of opinion. The biggest advantage of an iron pot is that it’s highly durable. Many people also like the appearance of the metal. On the downside, an iron pot that lacks insulation could overheat plants when exposed to hot weather. In addition, adding water to iron could lead to rusting. Planter liners can reduce the risk of both overheating and rust. Find a range of planters on 1stDibs.
Are clay pots good for plants?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Yes, clay pots are good for plants. These pots provide a healthy environment for most plants because material's porous nature allows air and moisture to penetrate the sides of the pot. Clay pots can remove excess moisture from the potting soil reducing the chance of root rot.
Do plant pots need saucers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
No, plant pots do not need saucers. While saucers are not necessary, some choose to place a plant pot over a saucer to collect the water that drains from the pot. Others recommend against saucers because water that collects will keep the soil of the plant too moist, an unhealthy condition for most plants.
What type of pot is best for a jade plant?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
The best pot for a jade plant is either a ceramic pot or a sturdy plastic pot with great drainage to keep the soil and roots from becoming too soggy. If you have a free-draining mix, either of the two pots will keep your plant happy and healthy. Find a variety of vintage and antique pots for a jade plant on 1stDibs.