What can I use as cheap planters?
Almost anything can be recycled into a unique home for flowers and greenery—think about kitchen colanders, a wheelbarrow, ladders, old picture frames, a birdbath, even a slow-cooker liner. Upcycling containers not only adds charm to your garden, but also promotes sustainable living. You can reuse tea cup, boots, petrol cans, logs, and a lot more to repurpose into containers. Check out these board for more ideas on how you can arrange and display your upcycled planters. Junk Garden Ideas Repurposed – Turn Trash into Treasure!
What are the best planters to leave outside?
If you plan to leave your planters outside year-round in a cold climate, look for frost-resistant containers that will survive harsh weather. Ceramic pots come in many styles and sizes with a variety of beautiful glazes. They can make a decorative statement in your yard or garden. Metal, concrete and wood containers typically handle freezes well, as do fiberglass and resin pots. Some plastic pots also survive winter fine, but may become brittle over time. Winter sunlight can fade fiberglass and resin pots.