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A ‘Concrete’ Guide to Making Planters That Will Last for Years
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Are you ready to tackle your summer DIY gardening projects? One of our favorites is making your own concrete planters.
Concrete planters are great for plants. They are more durable than wood and plastic containers, which can rot and become fragile over time. They are also less likely to tip over and can protect the soil from temperature fluctuations. Best of all, they are easy to make and fun to create and design.
Put down a drop cloth to protect the ground/flooring from spills and wear gloves while mixing the concrete. Stir until it reaches a pudding-like consistency; you can add color to the mix if desired. Concrete sets fast, so have your containers ready to go.
Fill the larger container up halfway with concrete, then place a smaller container inside and wiggle it until air pockets are removed and the concrete reaches the top of the outer container. (Careful not to push the smaller container all the way down so your planter has a solid base.) Allow the concrete to dry according to the package directions with the inner container left inside.
When the concrete is fully dry, remove the inner and outer molds. Be patient and gently tap the containers to encourage the planter to come out.
Now it’s time to decorate your planter. We like using painter’s tape and spray paint to create fun designs.
Dress it up any way you like: freehand paint, glue-on decorations or raw for a more industrial look.
Before you put the plant in the planter, place some drainage rock or pebbles in the bottom.
You can use your new flower pot for plants, storage, birdbaths or whatever you can imagine. Once you’ve added the finishing touches, proudly display your new project for your neighbors and friends to enjoy!
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Published July 20th, 2015 6:26 PM
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Suzanne Crowther on Nov 04, 2015I will try this thanks for sharing xo
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