Think Outside the Potted Plant
What are alternatives to plastic flower pots?
There are numerous types of vases, planters, and pot covers. In addition, there are even more options for materials that these containers can be made of. Some of the materials used in b+B's selection are: wood, tin, glass, plastic, and the very popular melamine planters. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, these all do a wonderful job as a base for potted plant designs and arrangements. However, with the help of floral container liners, you can make almost any container work the same way. Baskets, teapots, bowls/dishes, jars, and even hats can be creative alternatives to flower pots. Don't be afraid to stretch your creative wings and see what unique arrangements you can create.
The only limitation when it comes to floral containers is your imagination.
Baskets are a wonderful alternative to traditional floral containers. One reason is because of their construction: they are more malleable and therefore can hold more plant soil or floral foam than hard-material floral containers. Browse through b+B's selection of wholesale baskets as an alternative to traditional floral containers.
Maybe you want something a little more original. Teapots have also been known to be used as floral container alternatives. They're naturally tall like a vase, so they have no problem holding a bouquet of flowers or even a small potted plant. Browse our inventory of bulk teapots and tea sets if you're interested in going this route.
Decorative bowls and dishes are another good alternative to floral containers as well. While standing-up floral designs wouldn't be the best way to go with these items, a "spread" floral arrangement is always an option. In your head, picture a centerpiece design for a table, and that's exactly the kind of display you can expect if you want to use decorative bowls, dishes, or bakeware as an alternative to floral containers. Be sure to check out our selection of wholesale festive bowls, bakeware/dishes, and ceramic pieces if you are interested.
Check out the video below on a great example of how to use a serving bowl as an alternative to a floral container for Easter centerpieces.
If you really want to "think outside the potted plant", you could even use hats as an alternative to floral containers. Let's say your store sells western, or first-responder-themed gifts. Flip over a cowboy hat or fireman's hat and, BAM, you have a floral container. An old fedora would do just as well, too. The point is, product versatility can add value to your merchandise if you demonstrate to your customers that your products have a variety of uses.
Get Inspired
Below is a video of another great example of an alternative to flower pots: a decorative wheelbarrow. Get inspired and discover a variety of alternative floral design containers in b+B's inventory. Remember: product versatility is the key to creating value for potted plant designs and floral arrangements.
