Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Wrought iron plant holders are a timeless choice for decorating your home. Whether you place them inside, outside or both you can count on their traditional beauty to contribute to the overall ambiance of your decor. Many of the designs used date back several centuries.
The term "wrought" literally means worked iron. The Chinese had iron instruments and tools in the thirteenth century but the technique of working the metal did not become popular until around the seventeenth century. Victorian times saw the heyday of designer ironworks in palaces and country estates all over Europe.
Since traditional designs are still some of the most sought after items you can still acquire the classic look for your planters. There are multiple styles to choose from. One very good idea for smaller areas is to go up with ladders. They can offer several levels of shelving with minimal floor space being used. Many styles also attach to the walls in typical trellis fashion. With these you can display several plants against the building or fence without using a lot of space.
You can also find planters and stands that do not fit into the classic or traditional molds. Many of the novelty items may include hand worked animal forms as well as farming concepts such as wheel barrows. These pieces can dress your patio into a whimsical fairy filled garden that begs to help you relax every time you enter it. Some will even double as centerpieces for your dining table.
The novelty indoor items many times will be painted or have a copper or bronze platting on them. The nature of the paints and plates are to not wear well in the elements. There can be discoloring of the platting and paint can and will chip off of the metal if exposed to wind and rain or extreme temperature changes. Because of this it is suggested that you not use interior planters outside or in patio areas.
Hanging plants are a breed unto themselves. The options available for suspending the plants above the ground are numerous. Sheppard's hooks are one of the most popular. Most stand about five foot after they have been secured into the soil. They can have as few as one hook or as many as four that creates a circle of plants in the garden. This same concept comes in the form of hooked extensions that attach to walls, trees or any flat surface that will support the weight of the plant.
There are stands that have stone or tile shelving for the plants. They are designed to accent the furniture you choose for your patio area. Many serve as end tables as well as plant stands. Others stand about three inches off the ground and have rollers on the legs for ease when you need to move the plants. These lower stands are meant for larger plants or decorative trees such as dwarf citrus.
As a whole the wrought iron plant holders are very durable and will last many years. Should they lose color or rust they can be easily repainted to look like new. The cost is generally not prohibitive when you purchase them and they are an item you can depend on to stand the test of time both in quality and beautiful enhancements for your gardens.
The term "wrought" literally means worked iron. The Chinese had iron instruments and tools in the thirteenth century but the technique of working the metal did not become popular until around the seventeenth century. Victorian times saw the heyday of designer ironworks in palaces and country estates all over Europe.
Since traditional designs are still some of the most sought after items you can still acquire the classic look for your planters. There are multiple styles to choose from. One very good idea for smaller areas is to go up with ladders. They can offer several levels of shelving with minimal floor space being used. Many styles also attach to the walls in typical trellis fashion. With these you can display several plants against the building or fence without using a lot of space.
You can also find planters and stands that do not fit into the classic or traditional molds. Many of the novelty items may include hand worked animal forms as well as farming concepts such as wheel barrows. These pieces can dress your patio into a whimsical fairy filled garden that begs to help you relax every time you enter it. Some will even double as centerpieces for your dining table.
The novelty indoor items many times will be painted or have a copper or bronze platting on them. The nature of the paints and plates are to not wear well in the elements. There can be discoloring of the platting and paint can and will chip off of the metal if exposed to wind and rain or extreme temperature changes. Because of this it is suggested that you not use interior planters outside or in patio areas.
Hanging plants are a breed unto themselves. The options available for suspending the plants above the ground are numerous. Sheppard's hooks are one of the most popular. Most stand about five foot after they have been secured into the soil. They can have as few as one hook or as many as four that creates a circle of plants in the garden. This same concept comes in the form of hooked extensions that attach to walls, trees or any flat surface that will support the weight of the plant.
There are stands that have stone or tile shelving for the plants. They are designed to accent the furniture you choose for your patio area. Many serve as end tables as well as plant stands. Others stand about three inches off the ground and have rollers on the legs for ease when you need to move the plants. These lower stands are meant for larger plants or decorative trees such as dwarf citrus.
As a whole the wrought iron plant holders are very durable and will last many years. Should they lose color or rust they can be easily repainted to look like new. The cost is generally not prohibitive when you purchase them and they are an item you can depend on to stand the test of time both in quality and beautiful enhancements for your gardens.
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