We're offering you a Garden Barrel Fountain Planter for £39.99, saving you up to 33% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £59.99 (correct as of 26.03.2026).

Outdoor Living Space

Transform Your Outdoor Space with a Versatile Barrel Fountain Planter

Elevate your garden or patio with the Serenity Barrel Fountain Planter—a clever combination of a self-contained water feature and a spacious planter. This unique piece brings both visual charm and practical benefits to any outdoor setting, making it perfect for plant lovers seeking to create a tranquil retreat.

Plant & Water Feature in One

• Integrated Design: Grow your favourite flowers, herbs, or ornamental grasses while enjoying the gentle sound of flowing water.
• Healthy Microclimate: The built-in fountain helps maintain humidity around your plants, supporting robust growth and lush foliage.
• No Plumbing Needed: Simply add water and plug in—the unit recirculates water for easy maintenance.

Caring for Your Plants & Fountain

• Planting Tips: Choose moisture-loving plants such as ferns, hostas, or impatiens to thrive alongside the water feature. For sun-drenched spots, try petunias or marigolds.
• Location: Place in partial shade to full sun depending on your chosen plants’ needs. Ensure the planter is on a level surface near a power source for the pump.
• Maintenance: Top up water regularly, especially in warm weather. Clean the pump every few months to prevent clogging from soil or debris.
• Winter Care: In colder months, remove the pump and store indoors to prevent frost damage. Hardy plants can remain outside; tender species may need protection.

Design Inspiration & Usage Ideas

• Create a Focal Point: Use as a centrepiece in a flower bed or patio seating area.
• Makes an Inviting Entrance: Flank doorways with two planters planted with colourful annuals.
• Companion Planting: Combine with shade-tolerant varieties like heuchera or astilbe for layered texture and colour.

FAQs

• What size plants can I grow?
  The planter accommodates bedding plants, compact perennials, or herbs up to 30cm tall for best effect.
• How often do I refill the water?
  This depends on weather conditions; check weekly and top up as needed to keep the pump fully submerged.
• Does it need electricity?
  The fountain requires access to mains power for the integrated pump (standard UK plug supplied).