Modern Outdoor Planters

Modern outdoor planters for contemporary spaces

Shop modern outdoor planters in round, tall, rectangular and geometric shapes for homes, gardens and commercial spaces. River Art Stone's Modern Series is made from GFRC and includes sizes ranging from smaller patio planters to extra-large pieces for entrances and open spaces.

Choose from different sizes, colors and finishes to find a planter that works with your space and planting needs. Whether you need a pair of tall planters beside an entrance, a rectangular planter for privacy, or an oversized pot for a tree, there are plenty of options to choose from.

Modern Planters in Different Shapes & Sizes

Not every space needs the same type of planter. The Modern Series includes different shapes so you can choose based on where the planter will go and what you want to plant in it.

Round Outdoor Planters

Round outdoor planters are easy to use on patios, beside seating areas, around pools and throughout gardens. Designs such as Pergamon, Troya and The Egg offer softer shapes that work well against straight walls, paving and modern architecture.

Use them individually for a simple setup or group different sizes together when you have more room.

Tall Outdoor Planters

A tall outdoor planter is a good choice when floor space is limited or you want to add more height near an entrance.

Styles such as Syedra and Myra work well beside doors, gates, columns and covered patios. Tall planters can also be used in pairs when you want both sides of an entrance to match.

Rectangular Outdoor Planters

Rectangular planters are useful when the planter needs to do more than hold a plant.

Gordion, for example, can be used as a privacy planter with grasses, shrubs or other upright plants. Rectangular outdoor planters can also help separate seating areas, line walkways or create a planted border along patios and commercial spaces.

Large & Extra-Large Outdoor Planters

For trees and larger plants, look at the large outdoor planters in the collection.

Larger designs such as Mammo, Oyya, Hayyo and Enginar are better suited to open areas where a small planter can easily look out of proportion. They can be used for trees, palms, large shrubs or as standalone pieces in bigger landscapes.

Before ordering, check the dimensions of both the planter and the plant you intend to use.

Where to Use Modern Outdoor Planters

Front Entrances: Use a pair of tall or large modern planters beside a front door to frame the entrance without adding too much decoration. For wider entrances, choose a larger size so the planters don't look undersized next to the building.

Patios & Pool Areas: Round and low-profile planters work particularly well around patios, pools and outdoor seating. Use one large planter for a tree or mix a few different sizes for smaller plants.

Gardens & Landscaping: Modern garden planters can help add height or break up large areas of paving, gravel and planting beds. Round, geometric and oversized styles are useful when you want the planter itself to be part of the garden design.

Privacy & Space Dividers: Plant rectangular planters with ornamental grasses, shrubs or other upright greenery to create separation between spaces. This works well around patios, restaurant seating, rooftops and shared outdoor areas.

Commercial Spaces: Commercial outdoor planters can be used around hotels, restaurants, offices, retail properties and other high-traffic spaces.

What Can You Plant in Modern Outdoor Planters?

What you plant will depend on the planter size, drainage, climate and amount of sunlight the area receives.

Popular choices include:

Olive trees
Citrus trees
Palms
Ficus
Boxwood
Ornamental grasses
Small shrubs
Succulents
Seasonal plants

FAQs

What are these modern planters actually made of?

They're made from GFRC, which stands for Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete. Think of it as concrete that's been engineered to be lighter and tougher. You get the same clean architectural look as a solid concrete planter but without the weight problem. That matters a lot when you're placing something large on a rooftop or a deck that can't take the load.

Should I go rectangular or round?

Depends on what you're trying to do. Rectangular planters are great when you want to define a space, line a walkway, create a border, or frame an entrance with some structure. Round ones are better when you want to soften things up, break up a hard corner, add a focal point, or do the classic pair-at-the-door look. It's really about the geometry of your space.

Are these built for commercial projects or just home use?

Both, but they hold up exceptionally well in commercial settings. Hotels, office lobbies, retail frontages, rooftop bars, that's where a lot of these end up. They're fire-resistant, frost-proof, and light enough to go on elevated floors without worrying about load limits. If you're sourcing for a project, reach out for wholesale pricing.

What size should I get for a real statement look?

Honestly, most people go one size smaller than they should. If you're planting something tall like an olive tree, a palm, or ornamental grasses, go XL or XXL. In an open outdoor space, smaller planters just disappear. The collection runs from $389 up to $1,799 depending on size.

Can I use these planters indoors as well as outdoors?

Yes, and that's one of the things that makes GFRC worth considering over traditional concrete or stone. These planters work equally well inside a lobby, a retail space, or a covered terrace as they do in a fully exposed outdoor setting. The weight can also be adjusted depending on how and where you're using them, so if you're placing something in a space with load restrictions, that's worth discussing when you order.

What does shipping look like?

Free across the continental US, regardless of size. No freight charges added at checkout, even for the larger statement pieces. What you see on the product page is what you pay.