Corinthian Vase as an Outdoor Planter: Plants and Placement
By OUTDOOR & lndoor planters for | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: How-to Guides
Turn the Corinthian Vase into a standout outdoor vase planter. Learn how to choose plants, site it for stability, and style the tall silhouette with confidence.
Quick answer
Plant the Corinthian Vase with a thriller-filler-spiller mix suited to its 18-inch width and 25-inch height, then place it where its glazed finish catches light without risking a tip-over. The steps below walk you through planting and placement so the vase looks intentional from day one.
Why the Corinthian Vase works outdoors (and where it doesn't)
The Corinthian Vase is a ceramic planter from PLANTATOREM's Chateau De Maisons Collection, sized 18.0" x 25.0". That height gives you a strong vertical element on a patio, but it also means the vase has a higher center of gravity than a low bowl. The glazed finish is designed to suit both outdoor and indoor settings, so you can move it seasonally if needed.
One honest limitation: the catalog lists only a single size and three color options (Aegean Sea, Atlantis Sky, Verdigris). If you need a different scale, this vase won't adapt. And because ceramic is heavy and can chip, avoid dragging it across pavers—lift and set it in its final spot before planting.
Planting in a tall vase: what changes versus a low planter
A 25-inch-tall vase holds a deep root column, so you need enough soil volume to support roots without making the pot impossibly heavy. Use a lightweight potting mix rather than garden soil, and fill the bottom third with drainage material only if the vase lacks drainage holes—check before planting. Tall vases also dry out more slowly at the bottom, so water less often than you would in a shallow bowl of the same width.
For outdoor vase planter styling, think in three layers: an upright center plant, mounding fillers, and trailing spillers. The 18-inch width gives you room for one strong center plant plus two or three companions, but don't overcrowd—roots need air.
Step-by-step: plant and place the Corinthian Vase
- 1. Choose the site before you plant: Pick a level spot with good visibility—a patio corner, flanking a doorway, or beside seating. The vase is 25 inches tall, so avoid narrow walkways where it could be bumped. Common mistake: planting first and then discovering the spot is uneven; a wobbly tall vase is a tip-over risk. Test stability by setting the empty vase in place and pressing gently on the rim.
- 2. Check drainage and add a liner if needed: Look inside the vase for drainage holes. If none are present, plant in a slightly smaller nursery pot that sits inside the vase, or add a layer of gravel and monitor moisture carefully. Checkpoint: never let water stand in a sealed ceramic vase—roots will rot. If you use a liner pot, choose one with a saucer that fits inside the vase rim.
- 3. Fill with lightweight potting mix: Use a soilless potting mix rather than heavy garden soil. Fill to about two inches below the rim to leave watering space. Common mistake: packing the mix down hard—keep it loose so roots can establish. Moisten the mix before planting so it settles without compressing.
- 4. Plant in layers: thriller, filler, spiller: Set one upright center plant first, then add mounding fillers around it, and finally trailing plants near the edge. With 18 inches of width, limit yourself to one center plant and two to three companions. Checkpoint: leave a small gap between root balls so they don't compete immediately. Choose plants with similar sun and water needs to avoid one outcompeting the others.
- 5. Water gently and let it settle: Water slowly until moisture reaches the bottom, then wait 20 minutes and water again if the mix has settled. Common mistake: flooding a tall vase too fast—water runs down the sides and misses the root zone. Checkpoint: after watering, top up the mix if it has sunk more than an inch. Mark a watering reminder for the first two weeks while roots establish.
- 6. Style the surrounding area: Use the vase's color as a guide: Aegean Sea and Atlantis Sky lean cool, while Verdigris offers a aged-copper look. Pair with lower planters or a small side table to create a layered grouping. Checkpoint: don't hide the vase's silhouette with too many tall neighbors—let it be the vertical accent. Photograph the arrangement from your main viewing angle to confirm balance.
Product facts
- Corinthian Vase: Ceramic construction in a vase silhouette, 18.0" x 25.0", from the Chateau De Maisons Collection. The tall ceramic body adds vertical presence but needs a stable base and careful lifting, so plan placement before you fill it.
Corinthian Vase - Corinthian Vase: Glazed finish designed for both outdoor and indoor settings, in three colors: Aegean Sea, Atlantis Sky, and Verdigris. A glazed surface resists moisture better than unglazed clay, and the color options let you coordinate with existing outdoor planter styling.
