Never have we ever seen someone approach gardening quite so chicly as the Duchess of Sussex. From those effortless-looking linen dresses (with pockets) to her straw sunhats, she’s thrown herself into her hobby with style and pizazz – so it makes sense that Meghan Markle’s oversized planter, too, has been turning heads with its quiet luxury-coded appeal.
Yes, it seems Meghan is every bit as fond of container gardening as the rest of us. Indeed, her terracotta strawberry planter well and truly stole the spotlight in a timeline-cleansing Instagram post from her lifestyle brand, As Ever.
“Seasons shift, but the garden stays magic,” she captioned it simply.
Understanding the Appeal
If the post has tempted you to try your hand at growing strawberries in containers next growing season, then you're far from alone. And, like so many others, you’ll likely want to do so in something that looks as close to Meghan Markle’s oversized planter as possible.
Same, quite honestly – but not just because it’s so aesthetically pleasing; the porous nature of terracotta is ideal for strawberries, allowing the soil to breathe, minimising waterlogging, and keeping those tasty fruits out of the way of ground crawling critters.
Throw in the fact it’s a space-saving hack (it’s one of those easy vertical gardening hacks that’s made for people with small gardens or terraces), and you have more than enough reasons to want one for yourself.
Where to Find Meghan Markle’s Oversized Planter
Whether you want one for yourself or are thinking about gifting one to the gardener in your life this holiday season, we get it: Meghan Markle’s oversized planter has set the bar pretty high for strawberry containers.
Here’s the thing, though: a vintage terracotta planter like hers? Well, it can be a tad expensive, as this (admittedly gorgeous) Rare Early 20th Century Planter on Etsy well and truly proves.
Thankfully, though, it’s not all over for your strawberries, as there are several options available to anyone who is keen to get that charmingly rustic look for less...
The very definition of space-efficient gardening, this 18.5cm terracotta planter has been specifically designed to support root health in strawberries and flowers, thanks to its efficient drainage capabilities
This beautiful handmade strawberry jar stands approximately 12 inches tall, and boasts six deep pockets, which means you'll get that artful 'spray' effect of strawberries growing here, there, and everywhere (just like Meghan!).
And now for something completely different! If you love the look of Meghan Markle's oversized planter, but crave more color in your garden, this ceramic strawberry jar in vivid blue should do the trick perfectly.
Another vibrant option, each of the stunning ceramic planters in this line are hand-painted individually, which means you'll be getting a truly unique addition to your garden.
Another classic terracotta planter, this particularly lovely option is ideal for anyone working with a smaller-than-average garden. In fact, it's small enough for a wide window ledge, so balcony gardeners can enjoy it, too.
As elegant as it is functional, this compact multi-pocket design works every bit as well for succulents and flowers as it does strawberries, which means you can put it to use all over your home and garden.
And just like that, you have plenty of options available to you if you want one of Meghan Markle's oversized planters for yourself – all without needing to spend a small fortune or inherit a small duchy of your own.
Just take care to look after your precious new pot; after all, winterizing your garden containers is one of the most important jobs to do before fall is over.
Happy shopping...
