Metal trough planter

How I Made Galvanized Trough Planters: Want to make cool galvanized trough planters? So did I! Here’s how I did it. Why water troughs? Lots of reasons. We live in an old house, and old houses tend to have lead in the soil. The nice folks at UMass tested our soil and confirmed it does,…

The busy Garden Gnomes have been stirring up the topsoil out in front of the shop lately! And by Gnomes, I actually mean Linda & Elisa! Almost overnight, our power Mom & Daughter duo have managed to spruce up our garden area with vibrant blooms, flowering fruits, & fragrant herbs. But they have chosen to do so in their own Signature Vintage Style!!! PONY PACK COLORS IN A CHILD'S TOY WHEEL BARREL Container gardening is the ideal solution for those who do not like weeding or cannot physically…

Today I’d planned on showing you a project in the making for the guest bedroom but then I came across these beautiful pictures of Dandi’s country garden. How could I not share this gem with y’all? What I love the most about her outdoor space is her very clever use of containers and how she has...Read More »

Metal Trough Planters for bamboo -- 52 feet on my west side back yard

Steel Trough Planter We love to see what you plant in our steal planters how great does this steel trough look? #steeltrough #happycustomer #planted #gardendesign #gardens on instagram

When San Francisco floral designer Baylor Chapman, owner of Lila B. Design, decided to change locations in the downtown Mission District a few months ago,

Whether you call it a stock tank, a galvanized metal container, or a cattle trough (being from Texas, I prefer the latter), one thing’s for sure: these metal bins make for perfect and visually interesting raised garden beds. They’re cheap and come in a variety of sizes, so surely you’ll find one for your space. Then, follow these steps to create your own raised bed.

Water Trough Planters are a great rustic option for raised flower beds or container garden. The sky is the limit on planting options - flowers, vegetables, herbs or whatever your heart desires.

Although I love to garden, I've never done more than dabble in vegetables because they require more consistent watering than flowers, which is a problem when we take off on frequent camping trips...