We're offering you a Acacia Wood Garden Planters for £42.99, saving you up to 28% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £59.99 (correct as of 20.04.2026).

Add Natural Elegance to Your Garden with Acacia Planters

Transform your outdoor space with these premium Acacia hardwood planters. Known for its strength and beautiful grain, Acacia is a top choice for garden containers that stand up to British weather. These planters provide a stylish home for your favourite plants—whether you're growing colourful annuals, aromatic herbs, or compact shrubs.

Plant Benefits & Botanical Details

• Suits a Wide Range of Plants: The generous planting depth supports healthy root growth for bedding plants, perennials, herbs, or even small ornamental trees.
• Naturally Weather-Resistant: Acacia hardwood resists rot and insect damage without chemical treatments.
• Natural Oiled Finish: Enhances the wood's rich tones while providing additional protection from moisture and UV rays.
• Clever Drainage: Removable hardwood base helps prevent waterlogging—vital for healthy roots.

Growing Guide & Care Instructions

• Location: Place in full sun or partial shade—ideal for patios, decks, balconies, or directly in the garden.
• Soil: Fill with a quality peat-free compost; suitable for most plant types. For herbs or Mediterranean plants, use free-draining soil.
• Watering: Water thoroughly after planting; maintain even moisture but avoid waterlogging thanks to the drainage base.
• Seasonal Care: Re-oil the wood annually to preserve finish and durability. Clean out planters between seasons to prevent disease build-up.
• Winter Advice: For perennial plants, mulch in autumn to protect roots. If left empty over winter, store planters in a sheltered spot if possible.

Design & Usage Ideas

• Create vibrant seasonal displays with pansies, petunias, or violas in spring and summer.
• Cultivate kitchen herbs like rosemary, thyme, or parsley close at hand on your patio.
• Add structure to modern gardens with the cube design or use the large rectangle as a raised bed for mixed planting schemes.
• The warm wood tones complement both contemporary and traditional garden styles.

Specifications

• CUBE PLANTER: 40 x 40 x 42.5cm (LxWxH), Weight: 9kg
• LARGE RECTANGLE PLANTER: 98 x 45.5 x 42.5cm (LxWxH), Weight: 17kg
• BOTH: Made from premium acacia hardwood with a natural oiled finish; supplied flat packed with removable base for drainage.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant in these planters?
  The ideal time is spring or early autumn when temperatures are mild. You can plant container-grown plants at any time if you provide adequate water.
• Do I need to line the inside of the planter?
  Lining with landscape fabric can help prolong the life of the wood and prevent soil loss but is not strictly necessary due to the oiled finish and drainage base.
• What type of plants work best?
  You can grow bedding flowers, herbs (like basil and mint), compact shrubs (such as lavender), or even dwarf fruit trees depending on planter size.