Once assembled, make sure you drill holes within the bottom of the planters to create drainage. This is as simple as drilling small holes straight through the bottom of the window boxes, roughly around every 6 inches. Add Corbel Support You can attach the corbels directly to the window plant...
However, purchasing window boxes can get expensive. I wanted to put window boxes on the front of my home and also on my chicken coop, but I didn’t have a large budget. Which is why I decided to build my own window boxes. My chicken coop boxes were created from old barn wood and ...
Planter boxes are great for adding style to a deck, green roof, or patio. Shrubs, trees, and tall plants can be planted into planter boxes to add visual interest to a rooftop space or to create natural screens. You can grow edible plants and vegetables in planter boxes, especially if you...
based on the expertise shared in “Ask This Old House,” we outline the process for building durable, attractive window boxes from PVC material, which is known for its longevity and resistance to rot. Let’s dive into the
To take that into consideration and fit the space, I decided to make my planters 6 feet long by 18 inches wide and high. I also decided not to put a bottom layer of wood on the planter. It makes the container heavier and usually rots pretty quickly. So it seems like wasted effort, ...
exterior wall beneath the window. Some window flower boxes have built-in drainage systems to prevent water from accumulating and damaging the plants. Maintenance of window boxes planters typically involves regular watering, fertilizing, pruning, and occasional replanting to keep the plants healthy and ...
Assemble Planter Boxes: Using the drilled pocket holes, assemble the base and sides of your planter boxes with screws designed for outdoor use. Make sure to leave adequate spacing between slats for water drainage. Cut and Angle Sides: Measure and cut the 2x4 wood for the ladder's sides at...
This summer, make your home’s exterior bloom and learn how to plant flowers in window boxes! (If you don’t have window boxes yet, check out this tutorial on how to make your own for an easy DIY window planter box!) If you’ve always wondered how to achieve that professional and lu...
Using a hydro globe is a fantastic way to make sure your window box gets enough water because that can be a challenge. The best place to hang planters Hang your window box from a south-facing window. Most window boxes come with mounting hardware. Check out these flowers that nee...
I guess we both have planter boxes on our minds. I never thought to do this with tile but it’s such a great project. So nice to hop with you again! Shelley Reply Andrea July 23, 2020 at 11:09 AM You have so many cute planter ideas! I love the embroidery hoop one too. I can...