These
outdoor planters can be rectangular and made of cedar, teak, vinyl, polyethylene, ceramic, resin, and copper and wrought iron. Some boxes are square, round, or whiskey barrel shaped and are available in many different colors.
It is hard to pass up the natural beauty of wooden planter boxes, even if it is used on a small balcony or large patio area. A planter that is chosen made of durable cedar or long-lasting teak can beautify any garden decor, no matter what style you are using. Years ago the only wood boxes that were used were oak half barrels or rough cedar, now you can also choose elegant rich-looking teak planters that will usually last for a long time. Redwood cedar is used quite often for some contemporary gardens because it is so durable and it has a natural resistance to rotting.
Wood planters that are painted can complement the exterior of your house and create a blended garden design. Plastic liners added to these planter boxes will lengthen the life of them. These plastic liners can be used not only to holding potting soil for your plants but will also hold smaller planted containers to extend the life of the larger box. Another big advantage to the wooden planters is you can combine features such as trellises and benches for attractive decorations or seating.
The best way to maintain
outdoor garden boxes made of wood is to treat them with a non-toxic paint, stain, or waterproofing agent; line the inside of wood boxes that are susceptible to rotting with black plastic with holes made for drainage. You may want to reinforce the joints with a few extra rust-proof screws or nails.
Wood outdoor flower boxes come in a variety of woods and colors such as cedar, cypress, teak, and redwood. You can find them so they will compliment any of your outdoor furniture pieces; trellises are also available to match wooden flower boxes. Teak, cedar, and redwood are best if not painted as they are already resistant to rot. Planters constructed of wood will insulate the roots of the plants from the heat of the hot summer sun. If you place plastic liners with drainage holes inside these wood planter boxes the boxes will last longer.
Not only do outdoor planter boxes provide a functional place to plant different greenery, but they are also extremely appealing to the eye and would definitely enhance any space because of the many unique designs and materials that are available. If you live in the city with little room to garden, or you just want to add extra
gardening space, planter boxes would be a perfect accessory. Your
outdoor planter boxes can be used during spring, summer, and fall with flowers and vegetables. During the winter months you can place dwarf varieties of rosemary, cypress, spruce, and juniper.
