Solid Oak Half Wooden Barrel 28" Garden Planter EX Whiskey Barrel

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The Real Whisky Solid Oak Half Barrel Planter offers endless possibilities for enhancing the beauty and functionality of your garden or patio. Its charm, authenticity, and versatility make it a delightful addition for any gardening enthusiast or outdoor decor lover. Related products One of the best things about using recycled barrels as planters, like this Temesso Wine Barrel Planter, is that you can choose which type of barrel you prefer. Large barrels (around 70 cm in diameter) are best for planting shrubs and trees . Smaller barrels, with a diameter of around 50 cm, are better suited to small gardens. They’re a great option for planting herbs and flowers. Half barrel planters are either made from wood or plastic. If you’re after authenticity, you’ll want to consider a genuine wooden barrel. These are created from real alcohol barrels, and often still hold onto a light smell of whiskey or wine. Alternatively, this Temesso Barrel can be used as a mini pond or rain barrel. It becomes watertight once the wood is sufficiently waterlogged – this causes it to expand and fill any gaps. Given that the barrel arrives relatively dry, it can take up to two weeks for it to be sufficiently watertight not to leak.

Here’s a more in depth look at each type of planter, to get a feel for their pros and cons as well as whether they’d be the right choice for your garden: Authentic, Upcycled Wooden Barrels By not having holes already in place, there is also the option of using this planter as a small water feature. It has a 22 L capacity and the plastic is completely watertight making for an inexpensive solution to get an ornamental pond in the garden. Elevate your outdoor space with this remarkable planter, a testament to the beauty of repurposed materials and the allure of authentic whisky barrel craftsmanship. Let your plants flourish in this charming half barrel planter and enjoy the unique character it brings to your garden. The Real Whisky Solid Oak Half Barrel Planter offers a multitude of uses for your gardening and outdoor needs: Fill the half barrel planter with a variety of plants, including flowers, herbs, shrubs, or small trees. It provides a charming and rustic home for your greenery, adding natural beauty to your garden or patio. gallon planter notes – They are both effectively the same barrel in terms of appearance and size. The rum barrel started off life as a whiskey barrel and subsequently was used again to store rum so the price reflects the fact that they’ve had an “extra use”. The Grade B and Grade C planters may contain a hole at the bottom as standard as they have come into us.If you choose to use the Temesso Wine Barrel as a planter, you will need to make drainage holes in the base. Unwanted Food or Drink Products - Once supply conditions are broken, there are a number of factors outside of our control that can affect the quality of a product. Therefore perishable goods such as food and drink cannot be returned. If you want an authentically rustic barrel planter, with history and charm, you may be swayed towards a wooden option.

It’s made from solid oak, resulting in a fully rustic appearance, with metal bands around the wooden slats to hold it all together. Despite looking like part of a wooden barrel, this planter is in fact made from recycled plastic. It therefore has the charm of a traditional planter, but can be left outside all year round without the fear of applying waterproofing treatments or dealing with wood rot. With its dimensions of 45cm high and 75cm wide, this half barrel planter offers generous space for various plants, including shrubs and trees. Its generous dimensions make it a versatile option for creating captivating floral displays or adding greenery to outdoor spaces. Real Whisky Solid Oak Half Barrel Planter, a truly authentic piece sourced from distilleries that has previously held whisky. Crafted from genuine whisky half barrel wood, this planter exudes rustic charm, enhancing gardens and patios.Please note that these barrels are up to 20 years old and will be weathered. They may also contain paint or markings from the distillery which adds to the character of the barrels. If you want to add some character to your garden, a half barrel planter is a great choice. Not only do these make the perfect home for shrubs, flowers and herbs, they’re also eye-catching features in their own right ( and they can often be used as mini ponds too!). Firstly, it’s a lot heavier than a plastic barrel planter, weighing approximately 25 kg. It also doesn’t seem to have been treated with any specific protection against the outdoors, meaning that a bit more maintenance is required as well.

Used to store Scottish whiskey in a previous life, this cask has plenty of character and history tied up with it, giving it a bit more life than a plastic replica model; however, there are some downsides to this as well. Utilise the half barrel planter specifically for growing a selection of fresh herbs. Its ample size provides enough space to cultivate various herb varieties, allowing you to enjoy the convenience of having flavorful herbs right at your fingertips. If you’re looking to use your half barrel as a planter, you’ll need to make sure it has drainage holes. Most half barrel planters don’t come with pre-drilled drainage holes, regardless of whether they are made from wood or plastic.

Oval Wood Planter

Although this Blenheim Half Barrel planter looks like traditional wood, it is actually made from hardwearing plastic. As a result, it’s frost proof, lightweight and durable. No maintenance is required, and at 1.08 kg it’s easy to move around – unlike standard wooden barrels, which can be very heavy. To avoid buying new plastic products, I recommend choosing a plastic barrel made from recycled materials . These offer a good compromise between respecting the environment and maintaining the practical qualities of plastic. Made from recycled materials, the Strata Sankey Oakwood Barrel Planter is a rustic-looking, low-maintenance option that’s also environmentally friendly. It’s manufactured by a relatively small UK company based in Nottinghamshire. Half barrel planters are usually very large, often with a volume of up to 100L. The depth and diameter are the main indicators of the size.

What sets this style apart from the standard Temesso barrel planters are the rusting metal bands and darker, uneven tones of the wood; these features give the barrel an older, more traditional appearance. If you have a small garden, or want to use the planter inside, you should carefully measure how much space you have available. It seems that particularly wooden planters, that are upcycled from real barrels, are often larger than customers expect. With a choice of two colours, the Stewart Blenheim Half Barrel is a great option no matter the colour scheme of your outside space. For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned.

Small Wishing Well Garden Planter

Measuring approximately 70 cm in diameter and 40 cm tall, this barrel has one of the largest capacities on this list at 100 L. As a result, it’s large enough to plant larger bushes in, such as hydrangeas and roses. They tend to be more expensive than plastic barrels, so might not be as suitable for those on a tight budget. Some maintenance is required as well, such as treating the wood against rot, which should be done yearly. Most people find their wooden barrel planters can last at least 20 – 30 years if looked after well. Depending on the age of the wooden barrel, the rusticity of its appearance can vary. Some look relatively new, whilst others have been darkened by age or show signs of rust on the metal rings holding them together. To some, this is aesthetically desirable, but others may prefer the structural reassurance of no visible rust. They are very lightweight (generally weighing around 1 – 2 kg) and require no maintenance. Plus, if the plastic used is UV-resistant then the barrel should not fade in the sunlight and will maintain its colour over the years.