Paladone Star Wars R2D2 Plant Pot | Ceramic Planter or Pen Holder | Officially Licensed Marvel Merchandise and Desk Decor, Multicolor, Regular

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Create your own forest moon of Endor and bond with the cute and cuddly little Ewoks. My heart is always delighted every time I see these fuzzy little creatures.

However, there is more to a garden than flowers and shrubs. If you would like a Star Wars themed garden, there are other quirky elements we could add in. For example, you could have a fire pit shaped like the Death Star or Tie fighter instead of a BBQ. And there is more to garden design than throwing in some quirky elements and hoping for the best. So if you do fancy a themed garden design, or just your average ornamental kitchen garden, do get in touch. And May the Force be with You – on May 4th and every day that you enjoy your garden! If you want something you can display indoor, this small terrarium is a perfect start. As the Master once said, “Size matters not.” 2. Death Star DIY Garden Pots And now for flowers called after characters for the film series. Interestingly, characters from the Dark Side feature as strongly as the Rebel Alliance. The most famous female character, Princess Leia has two of the flowers named after her. Although neither plant has flowers or leaves which curl as impressively as did her hairstyle in the original Star Wars movie! These flowers are also all perennial plants.

That’s it (at least until the sequel). There aren’t as many Star Wars flowers as you might expect given the popularity of the films. Although there are 17 + animal species named for the films and characters. I particularly like the thought of a Jedi Ant… Well, strictly speaking, these are plants and flowers named after the series of Star Wars films and characters from the films. There are plants which look similar to those seen in the film, but that’s for another blog. Do you think your favorite Star Wars character will make a good gardener? Let us know in the comments below.

This auricula has deep purple double flowers and is a recent (2017) introduction by Barnhaven Primroses. Named after the wonderful baddy, Senator, later Emperor, Palpatine. Complete your Star Wars Garden with hand-painted starry flower pots. Just as there are unexplored areas of the universe, the saga continues! Bonus: Star Wars R2-D2 Garden Chair Make this easy Star Wars painting of the ever-loyal droid your next project. You can also paint C3-PO on your flower pots. The pair would make a perfect Star Wars companion to your plant. 10. BB-8 Cup Planter Now that you've turned your garden into a Star Wars haven, you should take a seat and rest in this cool droid-inspired pallet chair.You wouldn't believe how cheap and easy to make these homemade pots for plants are. All you need is some concrete and a Death Star ice mold. 3. Storm Trooper Succulent Planter If you want a Star Wars planter, there's no need for you to go to a galaxy far far away. We'll help the Jedi gardener in you create your own amazing crafts in time for Star Wars Day. Get your tools ready and transform your garden into an intergalactic sight of wonders. Even Luke and Leia would love these Star Wars planters idea! Convert your Star Wars souvenirs to creative plant pots. Aside from succulents, you can also grow flowers like the dwarf dahlia‘Star Wars' variety. 11. Galaxy-themed Star Wars Pot

I do have plenty of ideas for a Star Wars themed garden that would be practical and not just geeky. But rather than getting carried away in the Millennium Falcon, I thought I’d tempt you with Star Wars flowers you could grow in your garden. The list of Star Wars DIY planters wouldn't be complete without the adorable Chewbacca! Paint a terracotta pot with his well-recognized bandooler. 9. R2-D2 and C3-PO Handpainted Flower Pots What makes Star Wars franchise iconic are the different vehicles and ships they used. Imagine having these in your garden. The news will travel far and wide! 5. Ewoks in a Jar Auriculas are deliciously showy in a restrained manner – how is that possible? This one is classed as a Show Fancy auricula. Which means it doesn’t quite fit into the defined types of other Show auricula. With its sprinkling of star dust, Primula auricula ‘Star Wars’ would add interest to a semi-shady spot in your garden in spring. Grow it in a tall pot to best enjoy the markings.Eucomis is also known as the pineapple lily for its growth habit. This particular Eucomis is one of the Aloha series so may be named for the Hawaiian word, Leia, which means flower of heaven. But then, its possible that the Star Wars character was called after the Hawaiian word… These cute succulent planters are ideal Star Wars DIY gifts for your friends on May 4. With enough Storm Troopers, you can march to the garden capital! 4. Wooden Star Wars Planter I’ll start with four flowers called Star Wars. I’m focussing on the flower rather than the plant, but they are all perennial plants. Dahlia ‘StarWars’

For our set, I made one Darth Vader, one Storm Trooper, one C3PO, and one R2D2 – but feel free to make as many as you’d like and to experiment with different characters! RELATED: Simple And Easy DIY Vintage Teacup Planter For Your Indoor Garden The Force Is Strong With a Star Wars Planter 1. Star Wars Terrarium There you have it. DIY crafts worthy of a Jedi! I'm sure your Star Wars Garden is gonna be amazing with these planters. Just remember Master Yoda's words, “Pass on what you have learned!” Or, you could decorate it like we did with our garden wind chime or a Star Wars wind chime! How to Make DIY Star Wars Garden Pots A lovely flower; the purple buds open to a raspberry-pink with a light scent reminiscent of coconut.The Star Wars character, Padme Amidala Naberrie, was Queen of Naboo, a Senator, wife to Anakin Skywalker, aka Darth Vader and mother to Luke and Leia. Padma is Sanskrit for Lotus flower, so I’m sort of stretching the point.