Spruce Up Your Home with a Window Box Planter

Warm weather is here and it's the perfect time to adorn your windowsill with a vibrant accent. Explore our guide to learn about growing beautiful and edible delights in window box planters and browse a list of the best boxes to discover the right one to take your spaces to new heights.

What Can You Grow in Your Window Box Planter?

Your imagination can really run wild when it come to selecting a fitting choice for your window box planter. Everything from whimsical seasonal flowers to tasty produce and fragrant herbs to faux greenery can be added in your boxes. The options are endless—from annuals and perennials like begonias, petunias, marigolds, peonies, and marigolds to herbs like basil, cilantro, chives, mint, and thyme. Take a look at your space to determine what you desire and invest in a spread of quality garden tools for your plants.

What to Know About Window Box Planters Before Shopping

Learn the Basics about Soil Drainage
Make sure that your planter has holes in its basin. Vessels can be purchased with the precut holes or you can add them before filling the planter. Take the time to research the best materials to anchor your plants with healthy soil and pea gravel or stones to ensure proper flow of water. Add a two- to three-inch layer of gravel or pebbles in the bottom of the planter before pouring soil and placing flowers. This allows water to properly filter through the soil, gravel mixture, and drainage holes. Skipping this step can lead to inadequate drainage and excessive water. This essential step prevents overwatering and decreases the likelihood of plant root rot and bacterial infections.

Material Matters and Style Considerations
There are a variety of window box planters to explore. You can opt for classic wood, timeless copper, galvanized metal, heavy duty cast iron, natural clay, or even basic plastic. Whatever you decide, it is important to assess the look you're striving to achieve and the proposed project budget. Decide if you want to add boxes in your kitchen exterior windows, backyard deck, yard fence, kitchen windowsill, or another interior space like an office or den. Knowing the ideal location will influence your decision on the material and style of the window box planter.

Are you a jack of all trades and love to pull together home projects? If so, check out our DIY Window Boxes to Step Up Your Outdoor Décor if you're interested in making your own planter!