Whether you buy it from a hardware store or even make it yourself, a wooden flower stand is not only useful, it also makes a good impression. Your potted plants will certainly feel at home on the steps. Provided you consider the following quality criteria when purchasing.

A wooden flower staircase can be minimalist or expansive

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  1. product types
  2. Other purchase criteria
  3. Brands/ where to buy
  4. care instructions
  5. equipment

    6. product types

    Although normal wooden stairs differ in colour, material and depth of the steps, they all look very similar. No wonder, since they are only supposed to serve the purpose of getting to another floor on foot. Flower stairs made of wood, on the other hand, also have an optical component. So that everyone can find their favorite model, manufacturers make a commendable effort in the design. In the following we would like to introduce you to the most popular types of products.

    The classic

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    Yaheetech Flower Ladder Plant Steps Flower Shelf Wooden Shelf Flower Steps Garden Shelf Ladder Shelf Plant Shelf 97 x 96 x 25 cm
    42.99 EUR To the product

    Most often you will find the typical model where the depth of the steps decreases as you go up. These products are primarily suitable for placing on a wall. You will find a large selection in terms of height and number of steps, so that these flower stairs also fit on the smallest balcony.

    benefits
    • Large selection
    disadvantage
    • Usually have to lean against a wall

    Round flower stairs made of wood

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    Flower stairs made of wood Flower stand for indoor Balcony Living room Flower shelf Corner Outside Outside Garden Plant shelf Ladder shelf Decorative window
    154.56 EUR To the product

    Basically you are satisfied with the design of your terrace. If only it weren't for this one meaningless corner. Round flower pots take up space and make it difficult to clean in the furthest corners, as they do not end directly with the wall. In this case, a round or semi-circular flower staircase (€74.90) made of wood is just the thing. While the back forms a 90° angle, the steps in the front area create a curve. The model thus adapts perfectly to the corner of the room, but offers just as much storage space at the front as the square product.

    benefits
    • space saving
    • Fills in empty room corners
    disadvantage
    • Only suitable for room corners

    Flower stairs made of wood on both sides

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    Flower shelf Flower pyramid Plant pyramid Flower stand Wooden shelf Plant stairs for indoors and outdoors Untreated Standing shelf Plant shelf Flower stairs Flowers Plants Living room decor
    34.99 EUR To the product

    In the conventional flower staircase, the steps are aligned to the front. If you would like even more storage space, you should better use the two-sided model. Similar to a ladder, this product has steps on the left and right. It is therefore suitable both as a free-standing garden ornament and as an eye-catcher in front of a wall. The round flower staircase is a slight modification. Its structure resembles the shape of a Christmas tree, with the footprint arranged in a circle around the center. The only downside of this model is that it cannot be placed against the wall due to the round floors.

    benefits
    • Can be wall mounted or free standing
    • Lots of floor space
    • space saving
    • as not in depth
    disadvantage
    • Rise up

    tip: A flower staircase does not necessarily have to be deep. If you're short on space, you can easily modify the setup by increasing the height from left to right (or vice versa) instead of facing forward. Simply place wooden boxes of different sizes next to each other.

    Other purchase criteria

    After you have decided on one of the models presented, you should go into detail when making a purchase decision. In order for you to be satisfied with your purchase in the end, you have to consider many other aspects.

    optics

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    COSTWAY plant shelf flower shelf, flower stand garden, wooden flower staircase, multi-level plant staircase, wooden shelf 100x25x97cm
    54.99 EUR To the product

    Of course, the choice of product type makes a big difference in terms of appearance. Nevertheless, you will be amazed at how different the models mentioned can be. In the flower staircase test, you have a huge selection available in terms of optics.

    Brightly painted flower stairs

    If the garden or the terrace is rather simple, a flower staircase proves to be an eye-catcher anyway. But it only becomes really impressive when color comes into play. Anything you like is allowed. Whether delicate pastel colors that make a playful, romantic impression, or brightly colored finishes that draw everyone's attention. Just make sure the extra planting doesn't make a too colorful mess. If you cannot find the model in your desired color in stores, it is of course also possible to paint over the flower stand at home. Use weatherproof and, above all, environmentally friendly paint. You may need to refresh the paint after a certain amount of time.

    Flower stairs in natural wood tones

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    unho flower rack flower stand 6 levels wooden plant stairs for indoor balcony living room outdoor garden decor 117×25×96cm
    46.89 EUR To the product

    In a cottage garden, the plants play the main role. Accordingly, you should keep the color of your flower staircase rather subtle. But natural tones also offer a wide range of colors. With light beige or dark brown you can give your flower staircase its very own charm. Lighter tones are ideal for country style, while dark colors create a rustic look. In order to ensure a nice eye-catcher on the terrace, colorful flowering plants on the individual floors are suitable.

    tips

    Herbs that you grow in buckets also fit wonderfully into a natural garden. Thanks to the small amount of space, basil, thyme and co. are also suitable for a flower staircase on the balcony. You also benefit from the fact that the intense aroma of herbs keeps pests away from neighboring plants.

    Shabby look

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    DRULINE flower ladder plant stairs Flower rack made of wood in shabby chic country house style for indoors and outdoors, multi-level foldable | 800572 | W x H x L approx. 36 cm x 73 cm x 34 cm | Washed white
    29.99 EUR To the product

    The shabby look is characterized by light signs of wear in the wood. You can also create this look yourself with little effort if you paint your flower stand yourself. Although there are signs of use, the result is a stylish look that suits both the natural and the modern garden. With this appearance, your flower staircase is an eye-catcher even without plants. Replace the flowers with a rusting watering can or colorful glass bottles.

    tips

    Flower stairs made of wood have the advantage that they can also be set up indoors, regardless of their appearance.

    structure of the stages

    Of course, the structure of the steps is also relevant for the forms of a wooden flower staircase described above. In the following comparison you will get to know the different parameters.

    Quantity

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    Relaxdays Indoor Flower Stairs, 3 Steps, Bamboo, Foldable, Ladder Shelf, Plant Shelf, H x W x D 99 x 45 x 32 cm, Wood, Natural
    To the product

    The number of steps determines the height of your model. The standard model has three floors in the test. Experience has shown that the more steps a flower staircase has, the higher the purchase price. For little space, you can also get models with squat steps. In this case, the floors only offer space for flat flower pots. Succulents with a low growth height still look beautiful in it.

    shape

    The normal staircase takes up a lot of space in depth. There are also models for the balcony that are more like a shelf, but are very space-saving when they are on the wall.

    stability

    The thicker the boards, the more stable your flower stand will be. Of course, a filigree product looks more beautiful. Ultimately, however, you should make the product choice dependent on your flower pots. What good is a handsome model that gives way under the weight of large buckets?

    tips

    If your flower staircase also makes such a stable impression, it is only suitable for placing flower pots on the steps. Even children should never use the cake stand as a seat.

    flexibility

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    Bathroom shelf bathroom shelf kitchen shelf flower shelf made of bamboo foldable for storage and storage in the bathroom (3-layer-small)
    27.99 EUR To the product

    If your terrace or balcony usually offers enough space for a flower staircase, but not enough space to set up a garden set for special occasions, a foldable model from the flower staircase comparison is recommended. Here you simply have to clear the buckets and push the scaffolding together. Unfortunately, these products are significantly more expensive.

    Brands/ where to buy

    In order to make your purchase decision easier, you will find recommended manufacturers in the following list, who were able to convince us of their good quality in the flower staircase test.

    • aubaho
    • DanDiBo atmosphere
    • dCor design
    • stretcher
    • Decoration shop Hannusch
    • dobar
    • ediGarden
    • Esschert design
    • Gahalia
    • Gaspo
    • Multistore 2002
    • Norrwood
    • Outsunny
    • proheim
    • Promadino
    • Relaxdays
    • Spetebo

    The DIY store does not always have all the brands listed here in its range. The Internet is a recommended alternative to find your desired model. Here you can also directly compare quality features and prices.

    Build your own flower staircase out of wood

    The skilled do-it-yourselfer can also build his/her own flower staircase

    If you don't want to invest a lot of money in your flower stand, it's worth doing it yourself. Material such as boards or pallets do not cost much and will later give you an impressive look. Even a discarded ladder can be transformed into a flower staircase in no time at all. To do this, unfold the ladder and place a wooden board over the rungs at any distance. To ensure stability, you should also screw the boards tight.

    care instructions

    Even if your flower stand is varnished, additional impregnation is essential. You should renew these at regular intervals. In addition, the color may fade over time. Especially if your flower stand is exposed to direct sunlight, it will need to be repainted at certain intervals.

    equipment

    A flower staircase not only enriches your garden visually, but can also have practical benefits. For example, it can also serve as a privacy screen on the terrace. On sale you can get additional elements resembling a fence for this purpose. The plants can climb up these wooden lattices and thus block the view of the terrace. Such additional parts are available in many different versions. With normal fruit wood or bamboo, you can adapt the privacy screen to your personal style.

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