We're offering you a Garden Gear Rust Effect Trough Planters for £59.99, saving you up to 14% off Thompson and Morgan's's price of £69.99 (correct as of 12.05.2026).

Add Rustic Style & Versatile Planting to Your Outdoor Space

The Garden Gear Rust Effect Steel Trough Planters combine industrial strength with timeless garden style. Made from robust 2mm thick steel and finished with an authentic pre-rust patina, these planters offer both durability and distinctive character—perfect for showcasing your favourite plants year-round.

Why Choose These Trough Planters?

• Plant Variety: Suitable for a wide range of outdoor plants—annuals, perennials, culinary herbs, ornamental grasses, or compact shrubs all thrive in these spacious troughs.
• Healthy Growth: Each planter features a built-in drainage hole to prevent waterlogging, supporting strong root development and reducing the risk of rot.
• Flexible Sizing: Select medium (54 x 26 x 20cm) for herbs and bedding plants or large (76 x 36 x 28cm) for mixed displays and small shrubs.

Planting & Care Guide

• Planting Season: Best planted in spring or autumn when temperatures are mild. Fill with quality multi-purpose compost suited to your chosen plants.
• Location: Place in full sun for flowering annuals or Mediterranean herbs; partial shade works well for ferns or shade-loving perennials. Ideal on patios, balconies, or along garden borders.
• Irrigation: Water regularly during dry spells—ensure the drainage hole remains clear for healthy roots.
• Maintenance: Wipe down the steel exterior occasionally to remove debris. Refresh soil annually and prune back spent plants at the end of each season for best results.

Design Tips & Companion Planting

• Create vibrant summer displays with trailing lobelia, petunias, or geraniums.
• Cultivate kitchen herbs like rosemary, thyme, or parsley within easy reach.
• Add structure year-round by pairing with dwarf evergreens or ornamental grasses.

FAQs

• What types of plants work best in these planters?
  You can grow annuals, perennials, herbs, small shrubs, or ornamental grasses—choose based on sunlight and watering needs.
• Do I need to assemble the planter?
  No assembly is required. Each planter arrives fully assembled with a sturdy base—just add soil and your chosen plants.
• How do I maintain the rust effect finish?
  The pre-rusted finish is designed to weather naturally outdoors. No special treatment is needed—simply enjoy its evolving look over time!