How To Build A Planter Box Garden

You can build this wooden planter box in less than an hour.

How to build a planter box garden. This raised planter box takes it to the next level with a box that is counter height which makes it easier to take care of your little garden. Align the slats to the top of the posts and align the edges flush. Then using 1x3 or whatever scraps you have cut planks for the bottom. Consider what plants you will be adding to your box and researching their spacing and depth needs.

Use 4 4 lumber for the legs and 2 10 lumber for the planter box. Our sample garden box will be a 32x10 medium length container with a smaller depth perfect for an herb garden. Cut all components at the dimensions shown in the diagram and lay everything on a level surface. It would look great on a deck porch or patio.

Irrespective of your choice the idea is simple. Two slightly shorter than the inside length of your box and two just shorter than the width of your planter box. We need plants flowers and vegetables in our gardens decks or porches because anything that is green and alive helps you have fresh air. It has a nice rustic look plus a lower shelf that you can use for storage or decorations.

Turn your saw back to 90 degrees and cut 4 pieces of 1 x2 strapping to hold up the floor of your planter. You ll need to cut out holes with a jigsaw and attach the outdoor planter boxes to the house with some screws. Use the clay pots to add some color and up your home s curb appeal. How to build a planter box from chatfield court.