10 Gorgeous Hanging Strawberry Planters to Copy

5. Woven Basket Strawberry Hanging Display

From Thrift Store Find to Garden Statement

Let me tell you how I turned a dusty thrift store basket into one of the most romantic, soft-looking strawberry displays I’ve ever had. It all started when I found this vintage-style woven basket at a flea market — it was missing a handle and kind of beat up, but something about it just called to me.

I knew right away it would make the perfect woven basket strawberry hanging display, especially for my pergola where I wanted something dreamy and full of movement. And honestly? It ended up being one of the easiest and most visually satisfying planters I’ve made.

Choosing the Right Baskets and Liners

So here’s what I learned the hard way — not every basket is strawberry-ready. The best ones are deep enough to hold soil, have tight weaves to keep everything in place, and come with or can be fitted with a sturdy wire hanger.

For the liner, I use coconut coir or moss-lined inserts because they hold moisture well and give the roots something to cling to. Just make sure you soak the liner before planting — dry coir repels water like it’s offended by it.

I even lined one of my baskets with landscape fabric and sphagnum moss just to see how it held up. Spoiler: it worked great and kept the soil from falling out through the gaps.

Picking the Right Plants for Drama

If you want that cascading, overflowing look, go for strawberry varieties with long runners — like ‘Mara des Bois’ or ‘Tristar.’ These babies drape beautifully over the sides and create that lush, romantic vibe everyone loves in garden photos.

I planted mine by tucking small starts into the sides and top of the basket, then filled the center with potting mix and more strawberries. Within a few weeks, the vines were spilling down like green curtains, dotted with white flowers and little red jewels.

It looked like something straight out of an English cottage garden — and I live in a second-floor apartment. Total magic.

Where and How to Hang Them

This part is easier than you think. You can hang your woven strawberry basket from trees, pergolas, hooks on walls, or even ceiling mounts on a covered porch.

Just make sure the hardware is strong enough to hold a fully watered basket — these things get heavy! I use heavy-duty S-hooks attached to chains so I can adjust the height if needed.

And don’t forget to line your balcony or patio floor with a drip tray or outdoor rug underneath — trust me, catching runoff keeps your space looking clean and helps protect surfaces from stains.

Ready to Keep Going?

If you’re loving this soft, romantic approach to strawberry growing, you’re going to enjoy the next idea even more. We’re diving into something totally functional and stylish — floating shelves with strawberry pockets that bring both beauty and productivity to narrow walls and kitchen windows. Click “next” below to keep reading!