Find the Perfect Spot for Every Planter Before You Move One
Photograph your planters and potted plants, remove backgrounds with one click, and arrange them on a photo of your patio, deck, or entryway before a single pot changes places.
Why people use it
- Avoid the physical strain of repeatedly moving heavy filled planters
- Test symmetrical groupings and clustered arrangements visually before committing
- See how different planter sizes and styles look together before buying new ones
- Plan outdoor plant placements that work for both sun requirements and visual appeal
- Create a seasonal refresh plan by visualizing new arrangements before making any changes
How it works
- Photograph your planters and pots: Take clear photos of each planter or potted plant you want to arrange. Include plants and pot together in the frame.
- Get clean cutouts: Upload to Canvi and the background disappears automatically, leaving a clean planter ready to position.
- Upload your outdoor space: Photograph your patio, deck, entryway, or garden area and use it as the canvas background.
- Arrange and test groupings: Drag planters into different positions and groupings until the arrangement looks balanced and intentional.
Use cases
- Patio planter arrangements: Arrange multiple planters and pots on a patio canvas to find the configuration that creates the most inviting outdoor living space.
- Entryway planter pairs: Test symmetrical planter pairs flanking a front door to see whether the size and height work with the entry architecture.
- Deck rail and floor planning: Plan where hanging, railing, and floor planters will go on a deck to maximize greenery without blocking circulation.
- Seasonal planter refresh: Preview how swapping out summer annuals for fall plants in existing pots will change the look of your outdoor space.
Tips
- Group planters in odd numbers and vary the heights for the most visually interesting arrangements
- Place the tallest planter toward the back of a grouping and step down toward the front for depth
- Consider sun direction when placing on the canvas so light-hungry plants land where they will actually thrive
- Use one oversized statement planter as an anchor and group smaller pots around it
- Test both clustered and spread-out arrangements since the same planters can feel very different in each configuration
Frequently asked questions
- Can I use this to plan a patio with both furniture and planters?
- Yes. Add both furniture and planter cutouts to the same canvas to plan the complete outdoor living space together.
- Does it work for hanging planters and wall-mounted pots?
- Yes. Photograph hanging planters and position them at the appropriate height on your patio or wall photo canvas.
- Can I preview new planters I have not bought yet?
- Yes. Screenshot or download product images of planters you are considering and upload them to test in your space.
- Can I see how planters look next to existing landscaping?
- Yes. Use a photo that includes existing plants and hardscaping as your canvas background so the full context is visible.
- Can I plan planters for a balcony or small outdoor space?
- Yes. Canvi works for any size outdoor space. Balcony and small patio planning often benefits most from digital previewing before physical placement.