If you are looking for some great gardening tips that will help you improve your garden and landscape, you should seriously consider the option of reusing wooden planters. There is a lot that can be added to or changed out when you choose to plant in this manner. For example, there are many kinds of wooden planters that are available to buy and re-use, so there are many different looks and styles available to suit most gardens. And because you are able to repurpose traditional wooden planters, the gardener is someone who is more environmentally conscious, dedicated to repurpose items instead of throwing them in the trash and using more non-biodegradable materials.
First of all, you need to know what type of wooden planter would best work for your specific gardening needs. It’s important that you choose one that will hold up to the kind of gardening that you plan on doing – whether it’s window gardening or an outdoor vegetable garden. These types of planters are made from strong durable materials, such as heavy duty aluminum, which is a good material to use if you have plans of turning your garden area into a play area for children. Also, wooden planters that are made from wood will not rot like plastic or metal planter options would.
Liners are a great way to protect the surface of your planter, but they also come in another form as well – plastic mulch. Some people prefer to use mulch because it makes their plants look nicer, but this type of material can actually help soil retain moisture more efficiently. This will result in a healthier plant and increase the chances that the plant will grow well and live for a long time. Another benefit of using mulch in your plants is that it can help water retain better in the soil, which helps plants stay healthier after they’re planted.
Deciding what type of covering you want on your planter can help you determine what material you should be using on yours. Slate is a beautiful, natural material that can be quite durable and attractive. However, it is very porous, and water can easily seep through its surface into the soil. So, it’s not really the best option for plants with plants that need to be enclosed in the soil, since they won’t have any protection against rotting and damage from rain or snow. Slate is quite heavy, so if you have trees or plants that are larger than this material, it can really pose a challenge to move them. You might have to hire a tree removal company to move large, rotting trees for you.
Liners are generally not as porous, and they do not rot. Therefore, they are a much more appropriate choice for people who want a natural looking planter that can also protect their plants from wind, rain, snow and damaging sunlight. Liners are made of wood, and they look very natural next to most decors. The good news is that they do last longer than matting or felt. They don’t absorb moisture like liners do, so you will not have to worry about rotting, cracking or sagging over time.
Moisture will cause your planter to decay over time, and if left unchecked, this decay can spread and affect the surrounding areas, compromising your plants’ health. Rotting is not always the result of excess water seeping into the planter, but if water remains in the planter for an extended period of time, this can cause mold and mildew to build up. In fact, mold and mildew can make the smell of rotting eggs actually smell better than a fresh new planter. A wood liner is porous, and it traps air between the inner surface of the wood and the outer surface of the soil, helping prevent this buildup of organic matter.
Because a liner supports the inner surface of the soil, rotting does not occur when soil temperatures rise above a certain point. For example, if you live in an area where summer temperatures regularly exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit, you should plan on lining all of your outdoor planters with a plastic matting. If your home is not regularly exposed to high temperatures, you could line up all of your planters with a fiberglass matting instead. Fiberglass planters are much more durable and prevent rot from occurring, but they tend to not be as attractive, which can limit the variety of garden decorations you can choose.
One final consideration is how easy the liner is to install. Most fiberglass planter liners are fairly easy to install by yourself, while metal liners require professional installation. If you want a completely customizability planter, you should consider a preformed liner. Preformed liners are available in a variety of sizes and materials, and you have the ability to easily determine the desired look for your garden. Preformed liners are usually priced affordable, so they are well worth the extra investment.