The Zanzibar Gem in our white mid -century ceramic with an optional wood stand.

Getting to Know Our Mid-Century Ceramics

When we started Léon & George, we knew we wanted to offer not just beautiful plants, but also beautifully designed vessels as well. But finding the perfect ceramic pot was not easy. We didn’t want something that just looked good. We wanted something that would last, too— high quality, durable, and stylish enough to stand the test of time. We believe that truly great design encompasses form and function, and what we found was that many ceramic planters fail to meet both.

That’s why we decided to take things into our own hands, partnering with LBE Design to create something that met each and every one of our standards, and with that our mid-century ceramics were born. Crafted with high-fired stoneware that is both durable and 100% waterproof, our handmade mid-century ceramics are modeled after vintage designs and made to stand the test of time. We use sustainably sourced wood for our stands and reduce their environmental impact with a non-VOC natural oil finish.

Our mid-century ceramics are 100% handmade, using high-fired stoneware and sustainably sourced reclaimed wood.

A perfectly-designed pot = a happy and healthy plant.

We strive to set our plants (and customers!) up for success. We don’t want our plants to just look good— they need to feel good, too. That means our 100% waterproof ceramics are designed to fit most grow pots, allowing us to “stage” plants inside them and thus set them up for optimal health. The plant not only has sufficient room to breathe in its grow pot, but it’s also raised up inside, reducing the risk of overwatering.

Inside their decorative mid-century ceramics, our plants live in their nursery pots, allowing for better control over moisture levels, optimal root health, and easy repotting (when the time comes!). Illustration by Kailie Barnes

A partnership with a purpose.

Building a socially and environmentally sustainable business is core to our values. It drives our choice to work with makers who care deeply about the materials they use and the people they employ. With LBE Design, we traveled the world to find the best partners in ceramics and wood working. We visited multiple factories, met with artisans and managers, and ultimately built relationships with the partners that aligned most with our desire for quality and opportunity for each and every employee. From the nurseries where our plants grow to the natural wood finish of each stand, our plant sets are truly made with love by mother nature and humankind.

Our mid-century ceramics and plant stands are available for purchase here, and can be shipped nationwide!