Types of Planters

Decorative planters personalize a home based on personal preference.  Here are a few styles to consider when selecting the perfect planter set.

Wood planters

Traditional wood planters spice up gardens with a crafty touch.  Popular decorative planters include beautiful wheelbarrow planters.  Look for rot-resistant redwood and cedar; they withstand constant contact with moist soil better than cheaper wood.  For extra durability, apply a plant-proof preserver to extend the season of garden planters.

Terra-cotta planters

Large plants seldom tip over when anchored in a heavy terra-cotta planter.  These planters are also porous, letting moisture quickly evaporate and supplying oxygen to the roots.  Be sure to frequently water plants in a terra-cotta planter.  Although they are beautiful and solid, terra-cotta planters are not recommended for cold climates.  Soil may freeze and expand, cracking the terra-cotta planter. 

Glazed clay planters

This planter brings vibrant colors home.  They don't breathe as well as terra-cotta planters, but they don't require such frequent watering.  Some are hardy enough to withstand the cold, but bringing these decorative planters inside is still a good idea.

Plastic planters

Plastic mimics the look of terra-cotta planters at a fraction of the price.  Lightweight plastic planters are also easily cleaned and moved.  However, take care not to match plastic planters with top-heavy plants.  They also retain moisture better than clay, so beware of over-watering plants.

Concrete planters

A hardy container for gardens, a concrete planter is an excellent choice for your landscaping vision.  They are heavy, so take time selecting a great place for your concrete planter.  It's staying there.  Some concrete planters are more breakable than others, so consider that when selecting and setting up your models.

Wrought-Iron planters

No worries about wood rot here!  Wrought-iron planters come in any shape or size imaginable.  You might even find someone to custom-make the planter of your dreams!  They bring an amazing gardening element to your home, with only one caveat:  The price tag can weigh as much as the iron.

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