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An inexpensive way to give your backyard a design boost.

Outdoor plant stands are designed to highlight your favorite blooms and create easy and attractive decor on your deck, porch, or patio. They're also useful tools for avid gardeners and plant-growers who want to be able to dial access to sunshine and rain as needed for the health of the plant, and most are lightweight enough to move around, so when a storm is expected or your need space for an outdoor shindig, you can store your blooming beauties safely indoors.

They come in a wide selection sizes and materials, and there are tons of styles for every taste and budget. We rounded up a collection of the best outdoor stands on the market, so read on and get ready to transform your backyard into an even greener space.

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An outdoor plant stand is a relatively straightforward purchase, though there are a few essentials to nail down before you start shopping. Keep the following in mind

Size: How much room do you want your plant stand to occupy? We include several options that are ideal for balconies and small spaces, and others that occupy serious real estate if your patio is vast, and your plants are numerous. There are solo stands, massive, multi-tier stands, and every size in between.

Weight Capacity: If you have large ceramic pots, you’re going to want to monitor load-bearing capacities very carefully. Many of our selections will bear 100 pounds or more, but not all.

Materials: Outdoor plant stands come in a variety of wood, including acacia and pine; some are treated with a water-resistant varnish, whereas other do not. There are also bamboo plant stands, which are naturally water- and rot-resistant. Metal plant stands almost always feature a rust-resistant coating to make them suitable for outdoor use.

All the outdoor plant stands we include below are well-rated and reviewed, with an average customer rating of 4 stars or more. We considered the different needs you may have for a plant stand and feature a variety of sizes and styles to suit your design preferences. We also cover options across multiple price points, from budget to top-of-the-line options, so you can find the right fit for your outside space—and your wallet.

This lightweight wooden outdoor plant stand fits a minimum of 17 plants, both large and small. The frame is made of nontoxic eucalyptus wood and plastic, and while it has to be assembled, the package includes all of the tools you’ll need for the job, including a small wood hammer, a pair of gloves, and three mini gardening tools to boot.

The instructions are easy to follow, and the shelf is adjustable and customizable. You can connect more than one kit together to create a vast garden space, too, and every stand comes with a lifetime warranty.

If you want space for a mix of hanging and potted plants, this option is your best bet. The outdoor plant stand holds a minimum of 14 plants, with a bar and space designed for hanging baskets. The weatherproofed pine wood stand is also sturdy, with a 250-pound maximum weight capacity.

Assembly is required, but everything from hardware to instructions is included in the package. The stand comes with a one-year warranty and can be used indoors as well. This simple, streamlined stand looks great on sun porches and decks.

This whimsical outdoor plant stand with metal scrollwork recollects a vintage ice cream cart, and offers a fantastic place to display your blooms and greens. The cart looks delicate, but is durable, rugged, and weather-resistant.

The four-tier vertical storage design provides ample space for an array of pots, gardening tools, and knickknacks, and you can use the trolly inside or out. Reviewers say that it holds a surprising number of items, though weight capacity is limited to 60 pounds.

Here's another charming vintage-inspired outdoor plant stand, with a super-sturdy cast iron build. The teal finish will add a pop of color to your porch, sunroom, or deck, and the stand is designed to hold potted pants up to 55 pounds with an 11-inch diameter.

The accent piece will look great with most styles of décor. It arrives fully assembled and can be easily cleaned with a damp cloth. We wish it came in more than one color!

This whimsical arch-shaped outdoor plant stand is made from forged cast iron for optimal sturdiness.

The attractive stand holds three potted plants, and will work on porches, decks, patios, and in gardens. It definitely makes a design statement as much as it is a plant vessel, and customers say it’s “larger than expected” and “very sturdy.” The only drawback is that assembly is required, though most note that it’s easy to do.

The ladder-style set up of this outdoor plant stand makes it super practical for displaying small, medium, and large planters. It’s also easy to move this lightweight stand as needed, and it can be folded up and stored flat during the winter if desired.

The sturdy and durable stand is made from eco-friendly bamboo finished with weather-resistant varnish, and it can hold up to 110 pounds.

These sturdy, pretty outdoor plant stands can be grouped together, or placed strategically around your home’s exterior. There are five included in the set that range from about 2.5 to 7 inches high, and 7 to 11 inches in diameter. Their capacity ranges from 30 to 50 pounds, and they feature a rust-resistant black powder-coating.

Another plus is that the plant stands come with a lifetime warranty. The only potential drawback is that they don't included nonslip feet.

This is technically more of an elevated garden bed, but it can be used to hold a grouping of potted plants as well. The bright green galvanized steel outdoor plant stand will add a pop of color to your porch or patio, and it's great for city-dwellers with balconies or limited outdoor space.

The piece is water- and UV-resistant, easy to clean, and features nonslip feet and two drainage holes. There are other sizes available, but unfortunately it only comes in one color.

More than 87 percent of reviewers on Amazon give this mid-century modern-inspired outdoor plant stand 5 stars, and it's easy to see why it's so popular. It's made from sustainably farmed, fast-growing acacia wood and features a 200-pounds weight capacity and a drainage hoe, plus you can use it indoors and out.

The outdoor plant stand can accommodate a planter that's 8 inches in diameter or smaller, and it's sold separately in other sizes, including 10-, 12-, and 15-inch, as well as in a set of three. It's also available in several planter and stand finish options.

This sleek, modern three-tier stand doesn’t take up a lot of space, but delivers in the design department. The plant stand works inside and outside, and works with a range of decor, from modern to traditional.

Despite its delicate and trim lines, this plant stand is sturdy and durable, even in adverse weather conditions. It’s also lightweight enough to move with one hand, which is always appreciated if you have sun- or water-sensitive plants. Keep in mind that some assembly is required.