Container Gardening: How to Grow Vegetables & Flowers in Planters

Want homegrown tomatoes or vibrant blooms, even without a sprawling backyard? Container gardening makes fresh produce and flowers accessible in nearly any space. POLYWOOD^® durable, low-maintenance planters are designed to bring your garden dreams to life, helping you cultivate a bountiful harvest year after year.

Learn how our outdoor planters simplify container gardening. Plus, we’ve got growing tips and product suggestions to help you create the perfect patch.

Container gardening provides many practical benefits for green thumbs of all experience levels.

• Space-saving: Container gardening is a game-changer for anyone with limited outdoor space. You can grow a surprising amount on a balcony, patio, deck, or even a sunny doorstep.

• Pest and disease control: Keeping your plants in containers makes them less susceptible to soil-borne diseases and easier to monitor for pests, allowing for quicker intervention.

• Mobility and flexibility: Do your plants need more sun? Is the forecast calling for a late frost? Containers allow you to move your plants to optimal conditions, protecting them from extreme weather or shifting light.

• Soil quality control: You have complete control over the soil mix, ensuring your flowers and vegetables receive the ideal nutrients and drainage they need to thrive, free from native soil inconsistencies.

• Accessibility: Raised garden beds and elevated planters are easier to reach, making planting, tending, and harvesting more comfortable, especially for those with limited mobility.

The success of your container garden begins with the right box planters for vegetables and flowers. They need to be large enough to hold sufficient soil and plants, provide good drainage, and withstand the elements season after season. This is where POLYWOOD shines.

We craft our garden beds and planters from Genuine POLYWOOD™ lumber, a proprietary material that includes recyclable plastics. This means your outdoor planter is not only eco-friendly but also exceptionally durable and reliable.

• Unrivaled durability: Our lumber is engineered to resist these issues. It won't crack, chip, or degrade, providing a stable and long-lasting home for your plants. 
• Weather-resistant performance: From the scorching summer sun to freezing winter temperatures, POLYWOOD planters are built to withstand all four seasons and a range of climates. Your planter will maintain its integrity and appearance, ensuring your garden looks great year after year. 
• Low maintenance: Forget about painting, staining, or waterproofing. POLYWOOD garden beds require very little upkeep. A simple wash with soap and water is all that's needed to keep them clean and looking fresh. 
• Optimal drainage: All POLYWOOD planters are designed with proper drainage in mind. This is critical for preventing waterlogging and ensuring healthy root development. 
• A sustainable choice: Choosing POLYWOOD contributes to a healthier planet, aligning your garden goals with an eco-conscious lifestyle. Our infinitely recyclable HDPE lumber is made from recyclable and reusable materials in a 99% waste-free process.

Consider a large rectangular planter for a row of carrots or a mix of greens, or a raised garden bed for deep-root plants like amaranth or potatoes. Our planters are available in a range of shapes and sizes, allowing you to customize your edible garden to fit your space and your appetite.

• Sunlight is key: Most plants need at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight per day. Position your box planters for vegetables and flowers in the sunniest spot on your patio or balcony.
• Quality soil and fertilizer: Use a high-quality potting mix specifically designed for containers, as it provides better drainage and aeration than garden soil. Consider incorporating organic compost or a slow-release fertilizer to keep your plants well-fed.
• Consistent watering: Container plants dry out more quickly than in-ground gardens. Check soil moisture daily, especially during hot weather, and water until it drains from the bottom.
• Choose the right plants: Choose varieties that are suitable for containers. Bush or dwarf types work well, but vining plants like cucumbers or morning glories can also flourish with a trellis. (Think about combining with a raised garden bed and a trellis!)

Container gardening offers a truly accessible and satisfying way to enjoy fresh flowers and homegrown produce, even in compact spaces. When you choose POLYWOOD, you can look forward to years of harvests and enjoy peace of mind that your planter box is built to last and resist degradation.