Wooden planters bring growing space to patios, balconies, driveways and any corner the borders can't reach. Made from solid timber, they have a substance that plastic pots lack and sit naturally alongside fences, sheds and decking.
The collection includes trough planter designs well suited to herbs, bedding and small shrubs, with enough depth for roots to establish properly. A matching pair placed either side of a doorway, or a row along a fence line, adds instant structure to a garden.
Line timber planters before filling to slow moisture contact with the wood, keep drainage holes clear, and refresh the compost each season. With an occasional treatment, a solid timber planter keeps working year after year.
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The trough planter designs in this collection suit herbs, bedding and small shrubs, with enough depth for roots to establish properly. Made from solid timber, they bring growing space to patios, balconies, driveways and any corner the borders cannot reach. A row along a fence or a pair by a doorway adds instant structure while giving plants a proper home.
Line timber planters before filling to slow moisture contact with the wood, and keep drainage holes clear so water is not held against the timber. An occasional treatment with a suitable wood preserver helps too. Looked after this way, a solid timber planter keeps working year after year rather than softening and breaking down early.
Yes. Good drainage keeps roots healthy and stops water pooling inside, which would otherwise rot both plants and timber. Keep the holes clear of compacted soil or debris through the season. Standing the planter on feet or small blocks also lets water escape freely and keeps the base off wet ground.
Made from solid timber, wooden planters have a substance that plastic pots lack and sit naturally alongside fences, sheds and decking. They hold their shape well when filled and add structure to a space. With lining, clear drainage and the odd treatment, a timber planter offers a longer-lived, better-looking home for plants than lightweight plastic.
Refresh the compost each season to keep plants fed, keep drainage holes clear, and give the timber an occasional treatment to hold off weathering. Lining the inside slows moisture contact with the wood. This simple routine keeps a solid timber planter performing and looking good for many years across the garden.
