Plant essentials: Felt fun, a Love-ly addition and some pot luck

Courtesy FIlini

Courtesy Ikea

Courtesy Ikea

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Felt fun

For a plant pot that packs a real punch, check out these handmade covers from the Italian company FML Design. They come in a range of unusual shapes and colours, but are made from felt, so it's probably best to keep them indoors. Felt pot covers, Dh205, www.etsy.com

A Love-ly addition

The Pot of Love from Filini.com is a rather grand-looking thing and will introduce an ironic touch of pomp into your outdoor space. You can even use it as a drinks chiller, should the need arise. • Pot of Love, Dh595, www.filini.com

Pot luck

These Nipprig plant pots are a new addition to the Ikea catalogue. They come in an assortment of colours and measure 32 centimetres by 24cm. • Nipprig pots, Dh75 each, Ikea stores across the UAE

Standing tall

For more of a feature, invest in Ikea's Socker plant stand, which is 162cm tall. This is great for smaller balconies or gardens, or for shabby walls that need to be disguised. • Socker plant stand, Dh159, Ikea stores across the UAE