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Top Planter Ideas and Design Tips

granite planters on doorwayWhether in a design for a small private garden, or a landscaping plan for a complex commercial development, planters can be much more than just a decorative accent. Used as functional tools to define different areas, to signpost features and to lead the eye, planters can become an integral part of the plan for forming and sculpting the space.

Here are some of our top design tips, courtesy of our customers (thank you!), highlighting specific uses which the designer had in mind.

Frame a Doorway

A tried and tested way to create a good first impression. Topiary and formal planting works well.

various planters on porches

planters lining glass entrance

Repeat Planting

Linear repetition of the same pot/plant combination is commonly used in contemporary schemes, and is always effective.

granite cube planters in a line

various planters in a line

Repeat planting can also be used to unify the look across different areas within a scheme.

solo planters

Defining and dividing space

Planters can be used to physically enclose an area —  an alternative way to walling or fencing.

Create discrete areas with an open space of paving.

various planters dividing spaces

Swap out bollards for planters to prevent parking.

Denote smoking zones.

planters for lining areas

Create a secluded meeting area.

Draw the eye to an elevated sign.

planters beside signs

Grouping

A group of planters look best when unified by shape. colour, or common planting scheme.

planter ideas - varied size planters

Create interesting grouping using square sided planters.

grouped planters

Soft Planting

Sometimes, in an environment of hard surfaces and straight lines, plants can provide relief in the form of colour and softness. If maintenance allows, seasonal planting can give commercial projects a welcoming look.

planters in soft landscaping

Have any tips of your own? Please don’t hesitate to share them in the comments.

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