A Natural Umbrella Stand
by Bonnie Alter, London 
on 10.18.06
Here’s a planter that doubles as an umbrella stand. And it recycles the raindrops too. The flowers are watered by the run-off from the umbrella. The steel frame acts as a support for the growing plants whilst offering umbrella storage at the same time. The problem is where to keep it: outside where the plants get light but the brollie gets stolen...or inside in a window. The stands and pots can be purchased separately so you can add more plants once you’ve found the perfect spot for it. Or more hangers when you’ve more umbrellas to store. :: Steven Cheetham via :: London Design Festival
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this is an excellent example of how some of the best designs are so simple!
Personally, my umbrella isn't dripping wet when I bring it in. Therefore, the plant in question would receive maybe a few drops of water - the rest evaporates from the fabric. Nice concept, but hardly practical.