A little preparation helps you get your new wooden planter into position and ready for planting. Keep the product's dimensions and assembly details to hand, and choose plants suited to its usable growing space.
Before you fill it
Check the planter on arrival and contact us if anything needs attention. Position it on a suitable stable surface before adding compost: it will be much harder to move once filled. Keep pathways clear and leave room to reach your plants.
Drainage and liners
Water must be able to escape from the base. Check drainage before planting and keep any openings clear. If you fit a liner, provide drainage openings in the liner as well. Do not leave the growing area sealed in a watertight bag.
Choosing compost and plants
Pick plants to match the available root space, light and exposure. Overall planter height is not the same as usable compost depth, particularly for raised designs on legs. Peat-free multipurpose compost suits many seasonal container displays; check plant labels for different requirements.
Leave a gap below the rim for watering, water after planting and check moisture regularly. See the RHS guide to planting up a container for detailed advice.
Looking after natural timber
Grain, knots and colour differences are normal features of timber. Check your product listing for its treatment and finish before choosing any additional coating, and follow the coating manufacturer's instructions. Keep drainage clear and check the planter periodically as part of your garden care.
Questions, order help and customer photos
Email stagbrae@gmail.com with your order number if you need help. Please contact us before sending anything back so we can provide instructions for your order.
We would love to see your planted-up trough. Send a photo and let us know whether you give permission for us to share it on our website or social pages. You are welcome to send honest feedback too.