Find out exactly how to hang plants from the ceiling securely.

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This step-by-step guide explains everything you should probably know about how tohang plantsfrom the ceiling safely and securely.

hanging plants

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You’ll probablyneed a ladderto install ceiling hooks for plants.

Instead of a hook screw, you’ll be using atoggle bolt with a hook.

Plastic toggles are suitable for hanging on walls butdo notuse on ceilings.

adding hook to ceiling

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Think of it as if you weredesigning your outdoor garden: Pay attention to sunlight needs.

Place the extender hook on a wooden beam on your porch and slip the plant onto the hook.

This versatile hook can be easily moved.

adding hook to ceiling for hanging plants

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Another hook option foroutdoor plantsis an iron bracket.

This plant hook can be screwed into wooden porches, fences, or shed walls.

If you’re looking for a decorative hanging plant hook, there are plenty to choose from.

Morchid hanger

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A hanging plant hook in swirly wrought iron evokes acottage feelfor either indoor or outdoor use.

Or, try an ornate bronze hook in the ceiling for an elegant touch.

The simplest punch in of plant-hanging mechanism is an S hook.

S hooks fit snugly on exposed pipes, rods, or over ledges.

They’re easily moveable, making them an excellent option forhanging herb gardens.