If you are in the planning stages of overseeing or starting a garden, one of the first things you are probably considering is what kind of planter to house your plants. With so many options available, ranging from natural options solutions like wood or stone to metal or ceramic-based planters, it can quickly become a little overwhelming as you try to learn about their characteristics and decide which kind would be best.
But what if we told you there is a type of planter that is extremely durable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly? Resin planters offer exceptional durability for those looking for planters that can withstand harsh weather and handling, making them an excellent option for housing plants in just about any garden environment. Here are several reasons why you should consider resin planters.
Indestructible
Resin planters are extremely tough. You could take a baseball bat or club and beat on it to find that nothing will really happen. Throw it off a rooftop and you will find no indication that it fell several stories down. In more extreme cases, they have been hit by cars, only to quickly be put back in their original position without any noticeable damage to the exterior. If you value durability but don’t want to invest in something heavy, then resin is going to be your best option.
Waterproof
One of the key advantages of resin planters is that it is a non-hygroscopic material. What this means is that unlike some materials—such as stone, clay, or wood—a resin planter will not experience any erosion or leaking. A wooden planter, for instance, will slowly deteriorate as it is exposed to wet conditions and frequent rains, making replacement an inevitability. With resin, you can leave it outside and trust that it will stay in great condition in any weather or environment.
Durable in Freezing Conditions
In the winter, when there is an extreme and rapid change in temperature, non-resin materials tend to be more vulnerable. When soil freezes overnight, cracks tend to develop, which will worsen with every freezing and thawing cycle. This will cause wood, stone, or clay—among others—planters to deteriorate over time. This is another area where resin has an advantage, as it will remain unaffected by a constant freezing and thawing cycle, making it an ideal choice for an outdoor planter in freezing climates.
Vandalism Resistant
One common trait among alternative material planters is their susceptibility to graffiti or paint. While this may not be a problem everywhere, if your garden is in a busy area, few things are more frustrating than strangers vandalizing your garden planters with graffiti art or spray paint.
This is where resin can come in handy. It is non-porous, non-adhesive, and has no outer coating. This makes it resistant to any attempts to paint it over, easy to clean, and resistant to damage. Even the most determined graffiti vandal will give up once they realize that their efforts will never last.
No Corrosion
Metal planters might seem like a great option for durability, but what about corrosion? Unlike resin, metal will rust and corrode, gradually deteriorating over time. By contrast, resin does not share these characteristics and will not experience any chipping or peeling as a metal planter will over time. While other materials might offer similar short-term durability, resin offers long-lasting durability that will not disappoint.
Resin Planters are Extremely Durable
Resin offers better durability than most alternative materials without packing any extra weight. If you are looking for a tough planter that can weather any environment or weather conditions and will last a long time, consider going with TerraCast’s resin planters to house your plants.