Hanging planters offer a fun way to take your greenery to the (literal) next level.

They're great for anyone who wants to keep plants out of reach of kids or curious pets, draw the eye up in a room, or display more foliage once floors and tables are chock-full.

As always, any planter you buy should have a drainage hole at the bottom to minimize the risk of overwatering and root rot.

This might make the newbie nervous about potential drips and spills—but there are a few easy ways to keep things dry under your new planter.

If you go for a decorative planter with a hole at the bottom, you can always carry it over to the sink for watering and allow it to drain completely before rehanging to avoid a splashy mess.

Alternatively, you can keep your plant in its original plastic pot and place that in a closed decorative container. That way, transferring your plant to and from a water source will be a lighter lift.

You can also look for a planter that has a removable drainage hole plug to minimize any potential for leaks after watering.

Once you account for drainage, you'll also want to think about how your planter will grow with your plant.

Some hanging planters have strings or chains directly attached to them. While that two-in-one design makes it easy to get hanging, it also means you'll have to buy a totally new hanging planter once your plant outgrows it.

Hanging straps are the more flexible pick for fast-growing plants that you anticipate needing to move to a larger home eventually. They'll allow you to swap out your pots as needed up to a certain size.

Horst is partial to minimal and modern leather straps but says that trendy macramé can be a good material as well.

"The fewer obstacles between you and watering the plant, the better," says Horst. This means that those with high ceilings may need to invest in a longer chain or string in order to get their plant to a reachable level.

There are a few reasons that you might want to hang your sun-loving houseplants in front of a bright window. For starters, it will lend plenty of light to the varieties that need it.

Hanging planters can also provide privacy without totally obstructing window views, and they can cast dramatic shadows in your home throughout the day.

Our guide to hanging houseplants walks you through the basics, but if you don't feel confident in your skills, it's always best to enlist the help of a handy friend or professional.

You'll also want to make sure to use an anchor—one that's strong enough to hold your growing plant. And remember: Plants are heavier right after a watering! When in doubt, buy a size up.

While any small to medium-size plant is eligible to be hung up, Camilleri, Kaplan, and Horst agree that ones with trailing foliage tend to look best.

Plants with an upright growth habit will eventually run out of room to grow, unlike trailing plants that cascade down toward the ground and create a beautiful shape as they do.

"Vining plants that clamber upward and require staking for support are also generally unsuitable for hanging planters," Camilleri and Kaplan add.

Some of Horst's favorite plants to hang include the Heart-Leaf Philodendron (Philodendron hederaceum), Lipstick Vine (Aeschynanthus), String of Hearts (Ceropegia woodii), and most species of hoyas.

Camilleri and Kaplan are partial to low-maintenance Devil's Ivy (Epipremnum aureum) and Satin Pothos (Scindapsus pictus).

Once it's hung up, your greenery might need a little extra moisture. Since hot air rises, it'll be more prone to dry out in the summer or winter when the heater is blasting.

Stay on top of your watering routine, and keep a spray bottle nearby for the occasional misting.