How to Find the Best Urns & Pots for Your Flowers and Topiaries

April 23, 2025

If you've ever stood in front of a sea of flower pots at your local garden center feeling completely overwhelmed, you're not alone. Finding the perfect urn or planter for your front porch florals or topiaries isn't just about style—it's about creating a welcoming space that reflects your personality and elevates your home's curb appeal.

Whether you’re working with a grand entryway or a cozy front step, the right container can transform your front door from simple to stunning.

Let’s break it down together, step by step.

black urn filled with bright pink spring.summery faux florals, styled on a front porch

🌿 What to Look for in the Perfect Urn or Pot

1. Choose the Right Size (AKA How to Choose the Best Size Planters for Your Front Door)!

One of the biggest mistakes we see? Urns that are too small for the space. If you're placing your pots next to your front door, they should feel balanced—not dwarfed by the height of the doorway.

Quick tip: For most standard-sized doors, aim for pots that are at least 24” tall to anchor the space.

2. Think About Material (and Weather!)

Do you live somewhere with extreme temps? These are our best tips for weatherproof outdoor planters. Lightweight fiberglass or resin pots are your best friends—they look elegant but won’t crack in cold weather or fade in full sun. For warmer climates, classic concrete and terracotta give you that old-world charm and stay put on windy days.

white stone self watering outdoor safe urn/pot for porches

3. Match Your Home’s Style

Let your home’s architecture lead the way. A modern farmhouse looks stunning with galvanized planters or painted clay pots, while a traditional home might call for classic black urns with elegant lines. Wherever you shop, make sure to find the urns that are stylish and tailored to your personality/home decor to represent you best!

Need inspiration? Think about your front door color, hardware finish, and the overall vibe you’re going for—cozy, elegant, fresh, dramatic?

4. Don’t Forget Drainage

It sounds basic, but make sure your pots have a drainage hole! Especially for topiaries and real florals, you don’t want root rot ruining your carefully styled porch.

If your dream pot doesn’t have drainage? Pop a nursery pot inside and remove it to water—it’s a little hack that keeps your porch mess-free. Another option? Use a drill to create holes in the bottom of the pot!

💐 What Goes In the Pot Matters Too

A gorgeous urn deserves something equally beautiful inside. These are our best tips for filling your front porch pots. Try:

Faux topiaries for year-round polish
Real florals for seasonal charm (we’re obsessed with trailing ivy + geraniums for spring!)
A mix of real + faux to get the best of both worlds