Extra-large Lightweight Planters—Where to Get Them & Benefits They Offer

Extra-large Lightweight Planters—Where to Get Them & Benefits They Offer

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Extra-large planters add a lot of ‘wow’ factor to landscaping, but the fact they can be incredibly heavy deters some designers and business owners from investing in them. That’s where extra-large lightweight planters come into play—offering all the appeal of large planters without the drawbacks of using a forklift to move them. Before we get into that though, some benefits …

7 Tips for Thriving Winter Container Plants

7 Tips for Thriving Winter Container Plants

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The two most important factors for thriving winter container plants are: one, use the right winter-proof planter, and two, plant winter flowering plants. Here’s what you need to know to enjoy thriving winter container plants because baby it’s cold outside! 1. Use the Right Planters Your home is everything to your overall wellbeing and health, and the same can be …

Clay Pots Vs. Plastic Pots: Is There a Better Option for Garden Planters?

Clay Pots Vs. Plastic Pots: Is There a Better Option for Garden Planters?

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There are a lot of different options for garden planter materials, including clay, plastic, and resin-based pots. One thing’s for certain, both clay and plastic pots are popular but they are sure to cause you and your plants trouble in as little as a few seasons. On the other hand, resin-based planters offer greater durability to withstand the test of …

How Often Should You Replace Commercial Planters?

How Often Should You Replace Commercial Planters?

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The frequency in which you replace your commercial planters has a lot to do with the planters you purchase, the materials planters are made of, and the elements they are exposed to. Traditional plastic planters may have to be replaced every couple of years, more often than the plants housed inside! That’s because cheaply made plastic is very prone to …

10 Tips To Prevent Landscape Graffiti

10 Tips To Prevent Landscape Graffiti

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The very best way to prevent landscape graffiti is to use as many non-porous planters, receptacles, lighting fixtures and site furnishings as possible. Other ways to prevent landscape graffiti include adding security fencing or planting thorny bushes around the perimeter of your building. There are many tactics you can use in order to decrease the likelihood your property is targeted …

Are Concrete Planters Sustainable

Are Concrete Planters Sustainable? Concrete Vs. Resin Planters

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Concrete is a sustainable building material but it’s not highly recommended for planters because of its weight, tendency to crack and porous makeup. Our resin-based planters can be made to imitate the industrial look of concrete planters without the same drawbacks. While a concrete home may last many years and weather extremely harsh storms, concrete planters fail to have the …

Eco Friendly Landscaping Materials & Tips For Landscape Designers

Eco Friendly Landscaping Materials & Tips For Landscape Designers

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TerraCast Products is proud to provide eco-friendly planters, lampposts, and a wide variety of site furnishings for commercial and residential projects. We use sustainable manufacturing practices and carefully source all materials, all while creating products built to last over the long haul. Over the years, we have worked with many top-notch landscape designers and architects in order to secure the …

How To Battle Climate Change With Innovative Landscape Design

How To Battle Climate Change With Innovative Landscape Design

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The American Society of Landscape Architects’ (ASLA) Resilient Design Guide discusses innovative landscape designs capable of standing up to climate change and the increasing prevalence of natural disasters. Climate change is causing more natural disasters to take place. The ASLA is actively striving to improve design and retrofit communities with resilient landscaping. Otherwise, an unexpected disaster can cause all sorts …

The Differences Between LLDPE, LDPE & HDPE

The Differences Between LLDPE, LDPE & HDPE

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LLDPE (Linear Low Density Polyethylene), LDPE (Low Density Polyethylene) and HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) are all polyolefins with unique molecular structures that set them apart. Liner polymers are used to create a wide variety of goods including telecom ducts, fuel tanks, meter and valve boxes and so much more. Polyethylene is a polyolefin, which are high molecular weight hydrocarbons that …