Fiberglass planters have the natural look of stone, concrete or terracotta

Fiberglass garden planters have come a long way in recent years. New materials and methods of production have vastly improved the quality and variety of styles available in fiberglass, resin and polyurethane. Very detailed molds used in producing these lightweight planters create patterns, textures and reliefs that have only been available on more expensive planters.

The most popular fiberglass planters simulate the look of natural materials such as clay, terracotta and stone—many virtually impossible to distinguish from the 'real thing' until you touch them. Fiberstone and fiberclay refer to the addition of limestone or clay to the fiberglass to add natural-looking texture.

Fiberglass planters offer many benefits, especially to gardeners with limited space and experience. Their lightweight also makes these planters ideal for balconies or porches where weight must be a consideration. Durability is the major benefit of these types of planters—most last for many years without the extra care required for terracotta, wood and metal.

As with all planter types, it is important to ensure your landscape planters have adequate drainage holes and air circulation around the roots. It is also important to consider the color of your pots and exposure to the sun, as dark colors tend to absorb and retain more heat than lighter colors.

Characteristics of Fiberglass Planters

Benefits:

fiberglass planters are lightweight, making larger planters easier to move
provide the look of natural materials such as concrete, limestone and terracotta without the heavy weight
fiberglass planters come in a full range of prices from economical to high-end
non-breakable, last many seasons with proper care

Considerations:

most are non-porous so it is important to ensure adequate drainage
smaller fiberglass planters must be protected from heavy winds
may be more expensive than other materials, but worth the initial investment as they usually last longer

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Wyndham Planter
Self-Watering Planters That Resist Chipping
The Wyndham planters will maintain their beautiful, high gloss looks without cracking or fading. The secret is a special lamination process that makes them three times stronger than standard fiberglass as well as chip and scratch resistant. Self-watering, with a 1-gallon reservoir. Gardener's Supply Exclusive.

Acanthus Planter
The Perfect Stage for Showy Bulbs
With a classic acanthus design and subtle mossy finish, this planter enhances the beauty of your forced flower bulbs without stealing the show. Made of weather-proof and watertight resin—this classic-looking planter is ideal for planting forced bulbs, potted tropicals or seasonal annuals. Rustic aged moss finish. Gardener's Supply Exclusive.

Lattice Box Fiberglass Planter
Crafted from a fully bonded industrial grade fiberglass and resin base, the external finish of these planters is not a painted layer. The color is achieved by combining real metal with the top layer to create a unique and realistic finish that will not peel, flake or fade away. Individually handcrafted by skilled artisans, each piece is original with its own minor color variations and fluctuations in the patina, making each piece a work of art! StacksandStacks.

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