Self-watering Deck Rail Planter
You don’t have to have a dedicated garden to enjoy flowers in your outdoor living area. Especially if you live in the city, you might only have a bit of a balcony, but if it’s got a wooden rail, you can bring some cheer to the spot with this self-watering deck-n-rail planter.
The planter is meant to balance securely on the railing of your deck. A concealed two-quart reservoir keeps the plants well-watered, so you don’t need to worry about getting enough rain to keep them alive, and drainage holes keep the roots from getting too waterlogged.
You can get the a single-tier planter or a double-tier one as shown here. They’re made from sturdy polypropylene, which isn’t supposed to crack and fade. Prices start at $35 from the Gardeners’ Supply Store.
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