Repurpose A Dollar Tree Bathroom Accessory Into The Perfect Indoor Plant Shelf For Your Small Space

Are you running out of spots to put your beloved plants? We've all been there, dealing with an overwhelming plant-to-space ratio, balancing pots on window ledges and on precariously overcrowded shelf corners. Before you invest in some additional shelving to welcome your leafy babies, take a look at your local Dollar Tree. The perfect solution is right there, and no, it's not from the gardening aisle. With this hack, you'll be able to repurpose Dollar Tree plastic bath and shower accessories to create a stylish and functional indoor plant holder. It's affordable, space-saving, and can bring new life to your plants in need of sunshine.

These small organizers are designed to attach to glass or tile with strong suction cups and are typically used to hold items like bar soap, shampoo bottles, or toothbrushes in the bathroom. Thanks to the suction cups, they can also be securely attached to windows, making them a clever and affordable option for holding and displaying small plants in the living room, kitchen, or bedroom. While this is a great way to make your own indoor plant stand with affordable supplies, it's important to note that these shower accessories aren't designed to act as actual planters. While it might be tempting to fill a cup holder with soil and place a plant directly inside, that's not such a good idea. These holders lack drainage holes, which are essential for preventing overwatering and root rot. Instead, the plant should stay in its original pot, which should fit neatly inside the holder.

To do this hack effectively, there are a few factors to consider. First and foremost, how large and heavy are the potted plants that you need new shelving for? With several models available in the shower accessory line, there's a bit of room for customization. However, all of them are designed primarily for smaller things, so they work best with pots that are roughly the size of a cup or a soap bottle in diameter. Think small nursery pots with seedlings, small air plants, succulents, or compact indoor plant varieties that thrive in small spaces. Larger plants, or those in heavier terra cotta pots, will likely not work with this setup.

Another important consideration for this hack is how much light and heat your plant enjoys. Depending on your home's orientation and the position of the windows, plants placed directly on the glass may experience long periods of direct sunlight. They could also be exposed to higher temperatures in the summer and colder drafts in the winter. Be sure to understand the difference between direct and indirect sunlight when deciding which of your plants would do well behind a window. For example, succulents thrive in full sun and would likely be a smart choice for this hack.

Finally, if you're not a fan of the look of plastic containers, consider customizing these DIY holders to better suit your interior design style. A quick coat of spray paint can give them a more polished appearance. For something more unique, try upcycling them with the decoupage technique using Mod Podge and decorative napkins.