Not sure I would do any planters there at all- the landing is small and planters will crowd the entry unless very small, which then look out of scale with the front on the house. Perhaps just focus on the in- ground landscaping.
Maybe larger wall sconce light fixtures though.

Thanks for your input!

Turquoise

I don't think you have room on that landing for the right sized planters.

Thanks chispa!

My first thought was black. My second thought echoed what’s been said - no room at top. Not a clear view of bottom of steps but maybe a black tallish pot on each side of steps might work since the steps aren’t as wide as the porch. I know you’re not asking about anything but pot color but while I’m admiring this beautiful full brick home, I’m wondering why there’s not a railing on each side at top and for the steps. I also wonder how much work it would be to widen the whole thing, top & steps, to the width of that entire front bump out section. What a nice grand entry that would be!

KW- Thank you so much for taking the time to comment.  We just moved in in October.  The porch steps are so steep.  Already had an injury...we will def eventually get a railing put up.  I agree...I would definitely love to widen or make changes.

@Kelly Well then - congratulations on your gorgeous new home! Sounds like a front entry project is already on your list! So many fun projects ahead of you to put your personal stamp on your home.

Thanks Traceflyod!

You could add taller flower pots in a terra cotta or stone color that is matched to the brick. Each side of the door.

Thanks Traceflyod.  I agree though that it's too small of a space to put anything :(

You have something there now, a white pot, it just needs to be taller, and place one on opposite side. You can see in the concepts I just posted.

Traceflyod hi- that pot was there when we originally bought the house.  The previous owners took it with them.  Thanks for the suggestions

Okay fine but you get the idea. You could get a couple of plant stands instead of tall pots. Just something to give height to some flowers on each side of the door. And in addition to the large boxes on the ground.