25 Strawberry Planter Ideas

Strawberries are the quintessential spring fruit.

Whether you grow them to eat fresh or use them in your favorite jams, salads, or desserts, homegrown strawberries are the best.

Growing strawberries vertically is a great option if you have limited space or just want to add a fun visual to your garden.

Check out these strawberry planter ideas to see if they will work for you.

1. Vertical Strawberry Tower

If you’re short on space, you can still grow plenty of strawberries by using a vertical planter.

This tower has built-in pockets, making it easy to plant strawberries in the top and work your way down.

The tower is made of a durable, UV-resistant fabric. It’s also easy to set up, and you can move it around your garden to find the perfect spot.

2. Strawberry Pyramid Planter

This pyramid planter is made from cedar wood and is a great way to grow strawberries in a small space.

The vertical design saves space and makes it easy to care for your plants without bending over.

Each tier has a drainage hole in the center to allow water to reach the bottom of the planter.

This is important because the top plants can block water from reaching the bottom plants if there is no drainage.

3. Hanging Strawberry Planter

If you’re a fan of the hanging planter look, you can also grow strawberries in a hanging planter.

This is a simple DIY project that will keep your strawberries off the ground and away from pests.

You can make this hanging planter as large or as small as you’d like. Just make sure it has a few holes in the bottom for drainage, and you’re good to go.

4. Pallet Strawberry Planter

If you have an old pallet lying around, you can easily turn it into a strawberry planter.

This project will require a few tools and some time to disassemble the pallet and put it back together.

But, the end result is a beautiful, rustic planter that you can use to grow strawberries or any other plant that has shallow roots.

5. Tiered Strawberry Planter

This is the perfect strawberry planter for small spaces. You can grow a lot of strawberries in a small area with this planter.

It has a built-in watering system, and you can make it as tall or as short as you’d like.

This is a great planter if you need to grow a lot of strawberries but don’t have a lot of space.

6. Barrel Strawberry Planter

Barrels are a classic choice for large container gardens. They are easy to move around, last for years, and can even be turned into a self-watering planter.

If you have a barrel or two lying around, repurpose them into a strawberry planter.

You can use a single barrel, or cut it in half and use both sides to create a tiered planter.

Fill it with soil, and then you can add as many strawberry plants as you’d like to the top.

Barrels are a great option for growing strawberries, especially if you have a lot of plants.

You can fit a lot of plants in a single barrel without overcrowding them. And, if you have a tiered planter, you can fit even more plants in a small space.

7. Strawberry Planter Box

If you’re looking for a way to grow strawberries on your deck or balcony, this strawberry planter box is a great option.

The tiered design allows you to grow more strawberries in a small space.

The planter also has a built-in watering system to keep your strawberries hydrated and healthy.

You can find similar planters at your local garden center or online.

8. PVC Pipe Strawberry Planter

This PVC pipe planter is a great way to grow strawberries in a vertical garden.

It’s a simple project that uses a few materials and tools to create a multi-level planter.

Drill holes in the PVC pipe and attach it to a wooden post. Then, fill the pipe with soil and plant your strawberries.

You can add more pipes to the post to create a taller planter or make multiple planters to create a strawberry wall.

PVC pipe is an inexpensive material and can be cut to any length you need. This is a great way to create a custom-sized strawberry planter for your space.

9. Strawberry Gutter Garden

You can also use rain gutters to create a vertical strawberry garden.

This is a great way to use the space on the side of a building or fence to grow strawberries.

You can use a few gutters or a lot, depending on how many strawberries you want to grow.

The gutters are attached to the wall at an angle so the strawberries can cascade over the edge. You can also use brackets to attach them to a fence.

10. Terracotta Pot Tower

I love the look of terracotta pots in the garden, and this strawberry planter from Garden Therapy is no exception.

This planter is made using a series of terracotta pots, a piece of rebar, and a few other materials. The result is a tall tower with a vintage look.

11. Strawberry Jar Planter

A strawberry jar planter is a classic way to grow strawberries, and it’s easy to see why.

These planters are designed specifically for growing strawberries and can hold a large number of plants in a small amount of space.

Strawberry jars are tall, narrow planters with multiple pockets or openings around the sides.

This design allows you to plant strawberries in the pockets and have them grow out the sides, creating a stunning display of greenery and berries.

You can find strawberry jars in a variety of sizes and materials, including ceramic, plastic, and terra cotta.

Choose a jar with a large number of pockets if you want to grow a lot of strawberries.

12. Cinder Block Strawberry Planter

Cinder blocks are a versatile building material, and they can be used to create a variety of garden beds, including this strawberry planter.

The holes in cinder blocks are the perfect size for a strawberry plant, and they can be stacked on top of each other to create a tiered planter.

The blocks can be left as is, or they can be painted to create a more colorful planter.

13. Raised Bed Strawberry Planter

If you’re looking for a way to grow strawberries that doesn’t involve bending over, a raised bed strawberry planter could be your solution.

This strawberry planter is made out of cedar and is 3 feet high, so you can easily access your berries without having to bend down.

You can also grow other types of plants in this planter, such as herbs and flowers.

14. Wheelbarrow Strawberry Planter

If you have an old wheelbarrow that you don’t use anymore, give it new life as a strawberry planter.

This idea is great for those who don’t want to create a permanent strawberry garden, or who may not have a lot of space.

You can also move the wheelbarrow around your garden or patio to follow the sun, or to create a more visually appealing space.

15. Wine Crate Strawberry Planter

If you have any wine connoisseurs in your life, they probably have a few wine crates lying around.

The wooden boxes that wine is shipped in are perfect for upcycling into planters.

You can make a wine crate strawberry planter by adding a few extra slats of wood to create a tiered effect.

Add a few drainage holes to the bottom of the wine crate, and you’re good to go.

16. Strawberry Basket Planter

If you’re not ready to commit to a large planter, try this idea. You can hang up a single basket or a few to create a vertical strawberry garden.

This is a great way to grow strawberries if you’re short on space.

You can also find baskets with a liner to keep the soil in place. Otherwise, you can add a liner yourself.

17. Fabric Grow Bag Planter

Fabric grow bags are a popular choice for vegetables and flowers, but they can also be used for strawberries.

The fabric is breathable, so it provides excellent drainage and air circulation to the roots. This helps to prevent root rot and other soil-borne diseases.

You can find fabric grow bags in a variety of sizes, so you can choose one that will accommodate the number of strawberry plants you want to grow.

They’re also portable, so you can move them around your garden or patio as needed.

18. Wooden Crate Planter

If you love the idea of a tiered planter but don’t want to spend a lot of money on a pre-made one, then this DIY is for you.

You can use wooden crates to create your own tiered planter and customize it to fit your space.

Once you have your crates, you’ll need to add a few drainage holes in the bottom of each one.

Then, you can stack them and fill them with soil. You can plant strawberries in the top and sides of the crates to create a lush and full planter.

19. Upside Down Strawberry Planter

This strawberry planter is made from a 5-gallon bucket. Holes are drilled about 3/4 of the way down the bucket and a small piece of landscape fabric is added.

The fabric will help keep the soil in place but allow the strawberry roots to grow through.

A hole is cut in the bottom of the bucket and a piece of landscape fabric is added to the bottom to keep the soil in place.

The bucket is then filled with soil and strawberry plants are planted through the holes.

This is a great way to grow strawberries if you have limited space. You can hang the bucket from a hook or a shepherd’s hook.

20. Hanging Pocket Planter

Another way to take advantage of vertical space is to hang a series of pocket planters.

These planters are made of a heavy-duty felt-like fabric that allows them to hold their shape while still being flexible.

The pockets are perfect for planting strawberries, and the planter can be hung on a wall or fence.

Hanging the planter can also help keep the strawberries out of reach of pests.

21. Ladder Strawberry Planter

Ladder planters are a great way to add a lot of plants to a small space.

You can keep the ladder planter as a vertical garden by leaning it against a wall or fence or you can hang it from the ceiling of a porch or pergola.

This strawberry ladder planter is a simple DIY project that you can complete in a weekend.

The project is done with a basic ladder and some wood planks. You can also use a ladder shelf to make it even easier.

22. Garden Cart Planter

If you want to maximize your strawberry yield, you’ll want to plant a lot of strawberries.

This garden cart planter makes it easy to move your plants around as needed.

The planter shown here is made of reclaimed wood, but you could also use a metal garden cart or even a wooden wheelbarrow.

23. Concrete Block Planter

If you’re looking for a way to add a lot of strawberries to your garden,

this concrete block planter is a great idea. It’s a simple and inexpensive way to create a large planter.

The holes in the blocks are perfect for planting strawberries. This planter is great for a patio, but you can also make a larger version for a garden.

24. Repurposed Dresser Drawer Planter

This planter is made from a repurposed dresser drawer. The drawer is filled with soil and the strawberries are planted directly into the soil.

The drawer is then attached to a wooden stand to elevate the plants.

This would be a great option if you want to plant a lot of strawberries and keep them in one place.

25. Strawberry Planter with Trellis

Some strawberry varieties are vining and will spill out of the sides of your planter.

However, if you want to keep your strawberries contained, you can train them to grow up a trellis.

This planter has a built-in trellis that is perfect for growing strawberries.

You can also add your own trellis to the top of a planter if you want to try this growing method.

Conclusion

I love the idea of growing strawberries in a planter. Not only does it keep them off the ground, but it’s also a great way to save space and keep the berries out of reach of slugs and other pests.

I hope this list of strawberry planter ideas has inspired you to try growing strawberries in a planter this year.