Can you name one potted plant that wouldn’t look great peeking over the edge of a galvanized metal trough? Me neither.
And let us not forget this is the sort of planter that improves with age. Sturdy, rust-resistant, and long-suffering, a galvanized planter develops a soft gray patina—the perfect foil for all shades of green leaves. We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite galvanized metal trough planters.
Image may be NSFW. Above: A 30-inch-long Galvanized Metal Planter Box is nine inches high. Made of iron, it’s rust resistant; $48 from Pottery Barn. Image may be NSFW. Above: Made of 24-gauge steel, a 48-inch-long Galvanized Trough Planter has a slim profile at only five inches wide and four inches deep. Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, it’s $128 from Terrain. Image may be NSFW. Above: A two-pack of 34.65-inch-long gray Galvanized Iron Planters is $62.99 from Target. Image may be NSFW. Above: Embossed with a filigree pattern, a Galvanized Window Trough will be available in late spring for £26.99 from Crocus. Image may be NSFW. Above: A set of three Galvanized Metal Trough Planters with handles is $189.99 from Hayneedle. Image may be NSFW. Above: A
Galvanized Steel Balcony Box has two drainage holes and vertical grooves for added stability against wind. Available in two lengths, 69.5 and 89.5 centimeters; €23.50 and €31, respectively, from Manufactum.
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Image may be NSFW. Above: An 80-centimeter Trough Planter is £24 from Garden Trading Company. Image may be NSFW. Above: A set of two 24.75-inch-long Evergreen Garden Urban Garden Galvanized Metal Containers is $49.99 from Amazon. Image may be NSFW. Above: A Whitton Galvanized 2-Piece Metal Trough Set (measuring 26.6 and 34.75 inches long, respectively) is $57.99 from Wayfair. Image may be NSFW. Above: A 13-inch Galvanized Metal Ledge Planter is $9.99 from Joann. Thinking about spring window boxes? See our favorites at
10 Easy Pieces: Wooden Window Boxes and
10 Easy Pieces: Metal Window Boxes . And for many more planters and outdoor furnishings, browse our new (or newly updated)
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