IKEA’s Corner Plant Stand Is About to Solve All My Small-Space Woes – It’s Perfect for City Apartments

When I moved into my first apartment in the city, I knew I would have to get creative with storage – but as a houseplant fan, one of the biggest challenges has been finding ways to display all my plants without taking up too much space.

To prevent my home from becoming an unruly jungle, I've been curating an impressive collection of handy shelving units. These utilize vertical space, which is ideal when every square inch is a luxury – and out of everything I've seen, IKEA's Askholmen plant shelf has to be one of my favorites.

Featuring three handy shelves varying in size, this handsome plant shelf idea has a triangular design which allows it to fit perfectly into awkward spots. You can even make use of it both indoors and outside – but if you're tempted, you'll need to be quick, since it's your last chance to buy it before IKEA's new furniture collections arrive.

Why Vertical Plant Stands are A Great Investment

Anyone hunting for storage ideas will know just how many brilliant options you can find at IKEA, but this one is particularly versatile.

The Askholmen shelf is in fact, designed for outdoor use. (The wood is pre-treated to ensure that it's protected from harsh weather.)

If you're designing a balcony garden or upgrading your small patio, I think this is the perfect choice. It slots perfectly into a corner – or even a narrow space between other shelving units – but it's still wide enough to show off your container plants.

Although I'm eager to give my balcony a makeover now that the warmer weather has arrived, I have in fact reserved a spot for the Askholmen plant stand in my living room.

I love nothing more than decorating with houseplants, but my collection has only grown since I moved into my new apartment, and I've quickly started to run out of space.

To stop the issue from getting out of hand, I've spent a significant amount of time shopping for indoor plant stands and ladder shelves.

Target's metal plant stand is another indoor/outdoor savior, and I love the contemporary aesthetic, but I can't resist the appeal of a classic wooden shelf. (Wayfair's wooden ladder bookcase is a great example.)

Ultimately, I knew that I needed something narrow, and the Askholmen shelf fits the bill. It might not offer me quite as much additional space as, say, an open shelving unit (which I could also pick up from IKEA), but it still allows me to organize my houseplants and ensure that I have a dedicated spot to show them off. Naturally, it's also ideal for trinkets, souvenirs and even books.

Plus, at $39.99, this particular shelf is one of the most budget-friendly options I've seen. (Although Walmart's metal three-tier plant stand is just as impressive, if you're partial to a more industrial look.)

Why Shoppers Love the Askholmen Plant Stand

If you're on the fence about investing in a plant stand like this one, it's safe to say that shoppers see it as a worthwhile purchase.

'It looks like this is a "last chance to buy", and if it's still available don't sleep on it,' urges one customer. 'It's sturdy, easy to assemble and fits perfectly in a corner.'

'Can't believe the low price for how awesome this is,' reads another review, while one particularly enthusiastic shopper says that they bought multiple Askholmen shelves at once.

'These were easy to put together and they look great in my house,' they explain.

More Plant Shelf Inspiration

Whether you have a sprawling apartment or a tiny home, there's always an opportunity to add more houseplants to your collection. If you're in need of inspiration, we've rounded up the best places to buy houseplants, and we also asked experts to weigh in on the best indoor plants to choose.

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