Planning to raise several outdoor planters off a deck or patio? Count the feet you need before ordering. The right number depends on the planter’s size, weight and base.
Three or four feet per planter?
Three evenly spaced feet can support a smaller, lighter planter when it stands securely. Four can provide a wider support pattern for a larger or heavier pot. Place each foot on a flat area of the base, spread them evenly and keep drainage holes clear. Check for rocking on a level surface before putting the planter back into use.
For a very heavy, uneven or unstable planter, choose support rated for its weight. Self-adhesive pot feet are not a substitute for a sound, level surface.
A simple count for multiple pots
- One small pot using three feet: three feet.
- One larger pot using four feet: four feet.
- Three pots using four feet each: twelve feet.
- Four smaller pots using three feet each: twelve feet.
Try a 4-pack of pot feet for one planter, or a 12-pack for several. The 12-pack covers three planters with four feet each, or four smaller planters with three each, provided every pot remains stable.
Before attaching the feet
Clean and dry the attachment areas. Follow the fitting instructions for your planter material and give the adhesive a chance to bond. Get help lifting heavy pots. The gap under a pot can leave room for drainage and make it easier to clean beneath it, but you still need open drainage holes and routine care for the surface. Read the installation guide for the steps.