What can I do instead of a window box?
What can I do instead of a window box?
If you’ve always wanted beautiful window boxes but were afraid of the installation, planter boxes are a DIY-friendly alternative. They’re easy to build, and can be decorated seasonally with non-plant items if you live in a planting zone that doesn’t allow for live plants in the winter.
What can I use instead of a planter box?
6 household objects that make great alternative plant pots
- Colanders. The drainage holes in a colander mean they are an excellent alternative plant pot for your flowers.
- Tin cans. Another clever plant pot idea is to reuse old tin cans that would otherwise be thrown away.
- Tea pots.
- Muffin tins.
- Sinks.
- Plastics.
How do you install a window box without drilling?
- Purchase a window hanger for your box. Most window boxes are designed for mounting to a window with screws, so you’ll have to shop around for a specialty window box that comes with hangers.
- Purchase vinyl siding hooks if you have vinyl siding.
- Consider installing boxes on balcony or stair railings instead of a window.
Do window boxes need drainage?
It’s absolutely necessary that a window box have drainage holes so plants do not sit in soggy soil. If your box does not come with holes, you will need to drill holes in the bottom before installation.
Can I use a plastic bucket as a planter?
A plastic drywall bucket is an ideal option for a planter because it’s inexpensive and easy to move around your garden or patio if necessary. When it comes to size, use at least a 5-gallon bucket. In a planter that size, you can grow a single squash or tomato plant or several spinach or strawberry plants.
What wood is used for window boxes?
Spruce, Pine, Redwood, Juniper, Chestnut, and Cedar are the best and most popular woods for planter boxes. They are rot-resistant, safe for food crops, readily available, and don’t contaminate the soil either in the long run. However, before buying any one of these woods, keep their drawbacks in mind as well.
