Recycle an old dresser and turn it into a romantic planter. Love addition to any porch, patio, sun room, and of course, great in the garden. Lots of fun and holds lots of plants, and even a place to put your cup of tea.
Perfect… that’s right. There’s even a spot on top where the cat could rest and sleep in the sun…..
How to style your recycled dresser planter outdoor
While in your home, you might like to place some lamps on your dresser, outdoor your dresser is an invitation to place plants on top. Why not learn how to make a topiary with ivy? It's a lovely project that will have year-round appeal.
photo credit: Bella’s Rose Cottage
How-to recycle furniture: an old dresser planter
Our Quick 1,2,3 How-to is this:
1. Just line the shelves with garbage bags,
2. Pour in soil.
3. Plant your plants.
Nature does the rest.
Tips
Do not over-water your plants in the dresser as that will make the wood rot.
Choose flowers that suit your garden style. Eg. small wild flowers are darling romantic.
For more detailed how-to instructions: bellasrosecottage.blogspot.com/2012/05/old-dresser-planter.html
More Creative Recycling / Up-cycling Projects
We have lots of projects of this nature. Here are some highlights:
Kitchen cabinets from old crates
Bookshelves made from old drawers
How to Decorate with Old Ladders
First published June 18, 2012. Updated June 25, 2025.
