Round Saucer 11" vs 13": Choosing the Right Outdoor Base
By OUTDOOR & lndoor planters for | Published: 2026-11-03
Category: Vergelijkingen
Compare the 11-inch and 13-inch Plantatorem round saucers on outer size, inner well, color range, and price so you can match the base to your outdoor pot.
Quick answer
Pick the Round Saucer 13" when your pot's base sits close to 10 inches across and you want a wider rim of protection; choose the Round Saucer 11" for smaller pots or tighter corners where the 13-inch footprint won't fit. Both are ceramic round saucers from Plantatorem, so the real decision is footprint versus color and price.
The 13-inch saucer has a published inner well; the 11-inch does not
The most useful number in this comparison is the 13-inch saucer's inner dimension: an OD of 13 inches and an ID of 10 inches. That 10-inch inner well tells you roughly how much pot base can sit inside the raised lip rather than on top of it. The 11-inch saucer lists only an 11-inch outer dimension, so its inner well is not published. If your pot base is near 10 inches, the 13-inch model gives you a verified fit; the 11-inch model asks you to measure and test before committing.
A wider saucer catches more, but takes more floor
Going from 11 to 13 inches adds two inches of diameter, which matters most on balconies, narrow patios, and crowded plant shelves. The larger saucer gives runoff more room to spread before it reaches the edge, while the smaller one keeps a tighter footprint under compact pots. Neither saucer is listed with a water capacity or reservoir depth, so treat both as catch trays rather than self-watering systems and empty them after heavy rain.
Color choice and price differ more than the shape
Both saucers are round ceramics, but the palettes are not identical. The 11-inch offers six colors, including Antique Jade and Green Mirage; the 13-inch offers seven, including Falling Aqua, Green Stream, and Lavish Red. If you are matching a specific planter glaze, check the color list for the size you need rather than assuming both sizes share every finish. Catalog pricing also differs, with the 11-inch listed at USD 27.17 and the 13-inch at USD 31.97.
Trade-offs to weigh before you buy
- Measured fit versus guesswork: If your pot base is close to 10 inches, the 13-inch saucer's published 10-inch inner dimension gives you a checkable fit. With the 11-inch saucer, measure your pot base and compare it to the 11-inch outer size, then test the fit before relying on it outdoors. Write down your pot's base diameter before ordering either size.
- Coverage versus floor space: The 13-inch saucer spreads runoff over a wider area and suits larger pots; the 11-inch saucer fits tighter corners and smaller pots. Neither model lists a water capacity, so plan to empty standing water rather than treating either as a reservoir.
- Color matching versus availability: Compare the two color lists before you commit: the 11-inch includes Antique Jade and Green Mirage, while the 13-inch includes Falling Aqua, Green Stream, and Lavish Red. If a specific finish is non-negotiable, let it decide the size rather than the other way around. Confirm the finish you want is offered in the size that fits your pot.
Product facts
- Round Saucer 11" By Plantatorem: Round ceramic saucer with an 11-inch outer dimension, offered in six colors. A compact footprint for smaller outdoor pots, but the inner well is not published, so measure your pot base first.
Round Saucer 11" By Plantatorem - Round Saucer 13" By Plantatorem: Round ceramic saucer with a 13-inch outer dimension and a 10-inch inner dimension, offered in seven colors. The published inner well lets you confirm whether a pot base up to about 10 inches will seat inside the lip.
Round Saucer 13" By Plantatorem
Which saucer fits your setup
Best for
- Pots with a base near 10 inches that need a verified inner well
- Large outdoor planters on patios where a wider catch area helps
- Buyers who want the Lavish Red or Green Stream finishes
Not for
- Narrow balconies or shelves where a 13-inch footprint is too wide
- Small pots that would look lost on a wide saucer
- Anyone who needs a self-watering reservoir rather than a catch tray
