The present invention is directed to a recipient for containing plants comprising a bottom part suitable for supporting a piece of floral foam, and an erect part connected to the bottom part, characterized in that that the erect part is sufficiently flexible for at least partial deformation after assembly of the recipient, and that the bottom part is sufficiently rigid to at least partially withstand deformation upon deformation of the erect part. In addition, the present invention is directed to a kit of parts for assembling such recipient.