Alix Large Ribbed Earthenware Outdoor Planter

A ribbed earthenware outdoor planter with a rounded body and a low footed base, the large Alix planter gives foliage an architectural setting. Handcrafted with a reactive glaze in White or Green, it includes a drainage hole for planting indoors or out.

Ideal for: Traditional and Transitional spaces where repeated vertical detail and softly rounded pottery bring structure to leafy planting.

Key Features

• Handcrafted Earthenware: The ceramic body is individually made, so size and color vary from piece to piece. This brings variation to a substantial planting vessel instead of an entirely uniform surface.
• Vertical Ribs and Footed Base: Raised ribs follow the rounded sides toward a short circular foot. Their upward rhythm adds definition beneath loose foliage and gives the pot a clear outline even without a plant.
• Reactive Glaze: Green gathers deeper tones between the ribs, while White emphasizes their relief more quietly. The finish gives the curved surface depth without an added painted motif.
• Large Individual Format: The pot measures 14.5 inches across and 13 inches high. It offers a broader planting presence than the coordinating three-pot set while remaining one individual vessel.
• Planting with Drainage: A drainage hole allows excess water to leave the pot when kept clear. Outdoor suitability extends the same ceramic design to a terrace or garden, with proper drainage and seasonal care.
• Structured Botanical Styling: The regular ribs contrast with less predictable stems and leaves. That balance suits classical planting schemes and can also bring a more ordered accent to relaxed, contemporary surroundings.

Specifications

• Dimensions: 14.5" L × 14.5" W × 13" H
• Material: Ceramic earthenware
• Color Options: White or Green
• Finish: Reactive glaze
• Detail: Vertical ribs; footed base
• Drainage: Drain hole; no plug or saucer included
• Weight: 27.5 lb

Care & Use

Suitable for indoor or outdoor planting. Handcrafted pieces vary in size and color; outdoor exposure will weather the glaze over time. Frost-resistant to 10°F with proper care: keep drainage holes clear, elevate off the ground for drainage, and keep filled with soil in winter. Protect indoor surfaces from draining water. Plants are not included.

Design & Atmosphere

The large ribbed planter has a generous rounded body, grounded by a short foot. Its outline feels substantial without the elaborate silhouette of a tall urn, allowing the plant above it to remain an equal part of the composition.

Vertical ridges create a rhythm of brighter and darker lines as light travels around the glaze. The green version feels rich beside foliage, while white draws more attention to the relief and the rounded shape.

Use the planter as the main ceramic element in a planted corner rather than surrounding it with objects of similar weight. Allow space around the base so its foot remains visible and drainage can be managed.

An upright plant reinforces the ribs, producing a more formal arrangement. Trailing growth changes the mood, softening the rim and making the pot feel at home with woven seating or a relaxed garden setting.

The result is a planting display with a considered foundation. Even as the leaves spread or change through the seasons, the repeated lines below them maintain a sense of order and connect the greenery with the surrounding architecture.

Curator’s Styling Tip

Pair broad, irregular leaves with the fine vertical ribs. Keep the lower foliage above the rim so the full ceramic body and its foot can still be appreciated.

Give your greenery a confident foundation in richly glazed, ribbed earthenware.

This item ships directly from our curated collection and is considered final sale. Please review all specifications carefully prior to purchase.