A minimalist ceramic planter or sleek, raised garden bed may suit those who prefer modern décor. But if your style leans toward classic country or rustic and you want to avoid railing planters or ...

Our 8-by-22-foot deck looked a little plain, so we decided to build a planter. The soil box is made from a thick plastic soap barrel taken from the dumpster of a company that washes buses and trucks.

Plastic barrel cutting and recycling is a smart way to repurpose materials and reduce waste. With a few simple tools, you can turn an old barrel into storage containers, garden planters, or even ...