Lena 70cm Tall Planter | Beige Travertine Ficonstone Large Round Indoor and Outdoor Plant Pot W55 H70 cm, with Inner Top D34 cm, 110L

The Quiet Confidence of Natural Stone

There's a particular quality to travertine that photographs can't quite capture: the way it holds light differently at every hour, the subtle warmth that emerges in afternoon sun, the cool sophistication it brings to shadow. The Mineral Lena captures this essence in a form refined to its purest expression: a tall cylinder, generous in proportion yet restrained in detail, designed to disappear into a room whilst quietly elevating everything around it.

Part of our Mineral collection, the Lena is conceived for spaces that don't need to shout. Its warm beige tone acts as a sophisticated neutral, neither demanding attention nor fading into the background, but rather anchoring a composition with the quiet authority of natural stone. Whether placed beside a mid-century armchair, flanking a Georgian fireplace, or standing sentinel on a contemporary patio, it belongs.

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Material & Craftsmanship

Each Lena is handcrafted fr om ficonstone that blends natural stone powder with reinforced fibres. The result is a material that reads as solid quarried stone: substantial in the hand, cool to the touch, with the organic variations and character marks that mass-produced ceramics can never replicate.

Unlike surface-applied finishes that chip and fade, the travertine colour runs through the entire body of the planter. A small scuff becomes part of the story rather than a flaw. 

The handcrafted process means no two Lenas are identical. Subtle variations in texture, tone, and surface character are not imperfections but signatures of the craft making each planter a singular object rather than a factory reproduction.

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Designed for British Living

The Lena is engineered to move seamlessly between your interior and exterior spaces without compromise. The frost-resistant formula has been tested to -20°C, standing up to British winters without cracking or degrading. UV-stable pigments ensure the warm travertine tone remains true even in south-facing conservatories or exposed terraces.

For indoor use, we recommend placing a waterproof liner inside to protect delicate flooring from condensation and any mineral deposits that may develop over time. Outdoors, the planter performs beautifully on patios, balconies, and garden borders: elevate it on pot feet during winter to prevent water pooling beneath.

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Three Sizes, One Proportion

The Lena is offered in three carefully graduated sizes, each maintaining the elegant tall cylinder proportion that gives the collection its architectural presence:

D23 × H51 cm (~42L) The intimate scale. Perfect beside seating, in bathroom corners, or as a desk companion. Accommodates medium palms, tall ferns, and compact Ficus lyrata.

D23 × H61 cm (~44L) The versatile middle. Creates presence without consuming floor space. Ideal for hallway statements, beside dining tables, or flanking fireplaces. Suits larger palms and ornamental grasses.

D34 × H70 cm (~110L) The commanding statement. Generous capacity for mature specimens: olive trees, large Bird of Paradise, or architectural grasses. A true anchor piece for spacious rooms, conservatories, or patios.

All sizes feature a smooth interior and generous inner diameter that accommodates standard nursery pots, making seasonal rotation effortless.

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The Mineral Philosophy

The Mineral collection was born from a simple observation: the most enduring interiors are those wh ere objects earn their place through quality rather than novelty. Each piece in the collection shares the Lena's commitment to honest materials, considered proportion, and the kind of quiet sophistication that only improves with time.

The travertine finish wasn't chosen for trend but for timelessness. It complements Georgian townhouses and contemporary apartments alike. It works with warm oak floors and cool concrete. It ages gracefully, developing character without losing its essential nature.

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Planting Recommendations

The Lena's tall proportion is ideally suited to architectural specimens that echo its vertical confidence:

• Kentia Palm (Howea forsteriana) — the British indoor classic, perfectly scaled
• Olive Tree (Olea europaea) — Mediterranean character with year-round interest
• Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) — dramatic leaves for conservatory impact
• Boston Fern (Nephrolepis exaltata) — cascading fronds that soften the cylinder form
• Ficus lyrata — large sculptural leaves in generous proportions
• Ornamental grasses — movement and texture that complement the stone surface

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Care & Maintenance

• Dusting: Use a soft brush or microfiber cloth. Avoid abrasive materials that could scratch the natural surface.
• Cleaning: Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap if needed. Harsh chemicals will damage the stone finish.
• Indoor use: Line with a waterproof protector to preserve floors.
• Outdoor winter care: Elevate on pot feet to prevent water freezing beneath the base.
• Patina development: The surface will naturally develop character over time, this is part of the material's charm.