Kritsada Panichgul
There are so many things it’s possible for you to repurpose as a one-of-a-kind container.
Bathtub Planter
Leslie Wright Dow
A salvaged bathtub makes the perfect water garden.
This tub planter includes a working showerhead to help keep water from becoming stagnant.
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Just double-check to add pebbles to the bottom to prevent tipping and help with drainage.
Gutter Planter
Laurie Black
Give old gutters new life as container gardens!
They’re designed to handle water and the elements, so they’ll last through many gardening seasons.
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Bonus:They’re an easy addition to anydeck railing.
It’s the perfect vessel for tall, deep-rooted plants.
Line up several barrels to create a natural path or border.
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Hanging Planter
Don’t forget to think vertical when it comes to salvaged containers.
Boot Planter
Peter Krumhardt
Don’t throw those old boots awaymake a boot planter in your garden!
Or make a statement with a pair of brightly colored rain boots that match your garden’s scheme.
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Don’t be afraid to try a bold coloryou can always repaint it!
verify you clean out any remaining oil before planting your favorite flowers.
Green Enamelware
An easy find at any flea market, enamelware has been around for years.
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It comes in a variety of colors, patterns, and sizes.
confirm to soften any rough edges before planting!
This galvanized steel trough adds the right height and weathered texture alongside a collection of terra-cotta containers.
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Rusted-Steel Pedestals
Put your plants on a rusty platter for ahigh-rise display.
Experiment with succulents that flaunt a variety of textures and growing habits to create a distinguished arrangement.
Add sphagnum moss to help retain moisture and keep the soil intact.
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Get creative with varieties by selecting for variegation, fun texture, or drooping growth habits.
Water Cooler
The most unsuspecting piece could turn into your new favorite repurposed container.
Let color be your guide, and if turquoise tickles your fancy, go for it!
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Mini Shopping Cart Display
What’s great about this piece is that it’s mobile!
Relocate thiscontainer gardento wherever the party is.
Top it off with your desired plants.
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Here, white delphiniums lend subtle elegance to an entry area.
Love the look but don’t have an old wastebasket around?
Find a wire wastebasket of preferred height at a home store.
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