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Arden – Corten Steel Cube Planter
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Arden – Corten Steel Cube Planter with Feet
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Arden – Corten Steel Trough Planter with Feet
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Arden – Corten Steel Trough Planters
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Brampton – Corten Steel Corner Modular Planter
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Brampton – Corten Steel Straight Modular Planter
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Café Planter – Trough with 100mm Castors – Corten Steel
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Chelsea Wedge Planter – Corten Steel
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Custom Branded Corten Steel Trough
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Hampton Bottomless Cylindrical Planter – Corten Steel
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Harrogate – Corten Steel Tapered Garden Planter
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Henley – Corten Steel Cylindrical Planter
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Henley – Corten Steel Cylindrical Planter With Feet
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Malvern Flat Pack Planter
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Tatton – Corten Steel Column Planter
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WEATHER IT has worked with many top award-winning show gardens and we work consistently to exceed our customers’ expectations. We offer a bespoke service to design and create many unique, tailored products from CAD design and construction through to delivery and installation. Whatever the project you have in mind, our team use their industry expertise to find practical solutions, working collaboratively with you to deliver on time and within budget.
- CAD design and modelling
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- Highest quality delivered
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Corten steel planters in the UK provide a rustic charm to landscapes. Their unique patina develops over time and creates a distinct appearance that enhances surrounding green spaces. If you’re struggling to bring out the lush colour in your garden, then consider Corten steel planters made in the UK. We also offer extra-large Corten steel planters to add a sophisticated yet refined contrast to your greenery. Along with their unique aesthetic, Corten steel planters are renowned for their unbeaten durability, weather resistance and strength. Enjoy a low-maintenance and striking way to refine your outdoor space.
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Why Choose Our Corten Steel Planters?
- High corrosion resistance
- Impressive tensile strength
- Handmade in the UK
- Defy the British elements
- Available in extra-large sizes
- Bespoke options available upon request
Originally called “COR-TEN steel” in reference to the material’s high corrosion resistance (COR) and tensile strength (TEN), it’s also often referred to as weathering steel.
To learn more about the history of Corten steel planters, visit our blog post on what makes these planters so special. Its success in modern architecture has naturally extended into garden and landscape design,
where the same material qualities -durability, texture and colour depth – bring striking visual contrast and longevity to outdoor spaces.
Here are just a few examples of some famous Corten steel structures:
- The Crescent office building by Sanjay Puri Architects
- The Angel of the North by Anthony Gormley
- John Deere World Headquarters by Eero Saarinen, Kevin Roche
- Leeds Broadcasting Tower by Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios
Here at WEATHER IT, we are one of the top Corten steel suppliers in the UK. The planters feature warm, autumnal shades of orange, red and brown that emerge and are unique to your garden. Corten planters in the UK make an ideal choice for those of you searching for something timeless and bespoke.
Different Styles of Corten Steel Planters
We manufacture and supply a range of different products and have something for every garden. Choose from our classic Corten steel and rustic patina steel options. Bottomless planters are also available, allowing the plant’s roots to grow down into the soil below while preventing waterlogging. Regardless of what you’re looking for, the helpful team at WEATHER IT can accommodate any garden style.
Square Corten Planters
- Timeless design suitable for modern and traditional gardens
- Available with or without feet for improved drainage and ground protection
- Ideal for shrubs, trees and structured planting schemes
Corten Steel Troughs
- Long, rectangular shape perfect for lining pathways and creating borders
- Great for hedging, grasses or separating outdoor zones
- Durable and weather-resistant, ensuring year-round performance
Tall and Tapered planters
- Elegant, space-saving option for entrances, courtyards and terraces
- Creates vertical interest in showcasing planting displays
- Adds architectural appeal to both residential and commercial spaces
Corten Column Planters
- Classic cylindrical design that complements a range of garden spaces
- Works beautifully as a single statement piece or coordinated grouped arrangement
- Natural patina finish enhances over time developing a warm, organic look
Extra-Large and Bespoke Corten Planters
- Custom-built planters available in extra-large dimensions for substantial planting projects
- Manufactured in the UK using weathering steel up to 6.0 mm thick for superior strength
- Nationwide delivery with competitive lead times and bespoke options available upon request—contact sales@weather-it.co.uk or call 0121 824 5700 to discuss your bespoke design
- Why are Corten Steel planters good for plants?
Pre-Weathered vs Natural Finish Options
Corten planters in the UK are available in both pre-weathered and natural finishes. Pre-weathered options arrive with their signature rusted patina already developed. Natural finish planters gradually form their protective layer over time, allowing you to enjoy the evolving beauty of the weathering process in your garden.
Why are Corten Steel Planters Good for Plants?
One of the most common enquiries we receive is ‘Why are Corten steel planters good for plants and gardens?’ Well, they’re beneficial for many reasons beyond just an aesthetically pleasing display including:
- Sustainable and environmentally friendly material
- Options available for enhanced drainage to extend plant life
- Strong enough to support a range of different soil depths, plant life and vegetation
- Low-maintenance solution for all types of gardens, large or small, meaning they’re also cost-effective
- For more information read our blog posts on how Corten steel planters are good for plants and caring for plants in a Corten steel planter
Where to Use Corten Planters in the UK
A Corten steel planter can be used in both outdoor and indoor settings. The shape, size and style of the planter will help determine where best to position it. At WEATHER IT, we’re here to help and provide ideas on the best ways to implement your stylish Corten steel planters.
Styling and Placement Ideas in the UK
- Corten steel trough planters are highly useful as vegetable beds
- Harrogate and Tatton planters always look great for flanking doorways and paths
- Mix planter shapes and heights to create layered visual interest and depth across your outdoor space
- Extra large Corten steel planters in the UK are perfect for statement planting, accommodating trees, feature shrubs or layered arrangements
Technical Specifications and Comparisons
We make all our steel planters from structural grade 2.0 mm Corten steel with bespoke options available up to 6.0 mm. These specifications help ensure they are strong enough to support a range of different soil depths, plant life and vegetation. Compared to standard mild steel or aluminium planters, Corten planters offer superior strength, corrosion resistance and longevity.
FAQs: Simplifying Your Experience
Is Corten steel environmentally friendly?
Corten steel planters produce no toxic chemicals during their long lifespan, making them safe for local wildlife to explore and eliminating any pollutants that could affect the surrounding areas. Also, the oxidisation process that occurs over time is completely natural, while also benefiting from a unique colouration, requiring no further treatment or coats of paint that could damage the surrounding environment.
What are the pros and cons of Corten steel planters?
Corten steel planters feature a protective outer layer, durability and are also easy to maintain, requiring no paint or other external coatings. They’re also environmentally friendly, as you won’t need to apply any toxic substances to extend their lifespan.
The only drawbacks of Corten steel come down to the slight colour runoff throughout the initial corrosion stages. It’s also more expensive than other sheet metals, but this is in part due to the long-term value it offers over time. Those who are interested can dive deeper into the pros and cons of Corten steel planters in our blog post.
Are Corten steel planters safe for vegetables?
Yes, Corten steel planters are perfectly safe for growing fruit, vegetables and herbs. Corten steel is one of the most food-safe materials available on the market, as the lack of coatings and paintwork means that no unwanted minerals will leach into your soil.
What is the life expectancy of Corten steel planters?
The life expectancy of Corten steel planters depends on the local environmental conditions and placement. For instance, high-chloride environments and gardens exposed to the sea air are likely to see a slightly faster rate of material loss than other areas. Likewise, you will get the most life out of your Corten steel products if they can complete the wet-dry cycle, where alternating wet and dry conditions are a common occurrence. You won’t have any problems living in the UK.
If you would like to learn more about the factors that can affect the longevity of Corten steel planers in the UK, read our blog post: Corten steel planters: are they worth it?
Is Corten steel waterproof?
We provide Corten steel water planters, which are entirely weather-resistant. Corten steel forms a protective layer of rust on the surface when exposed to air which serves as a barrier against further corrosion. However, this protective layer could be compromised if the steel were constantly exposed to a high quantity of water or moisture but that shouldn’t be an issue even with the great British weather. Adequate drainage in the bottom of your planters is a good way to preserve their already long lifespan.
What is the most durable material for outdoor planters?
When it comes to durability, longevity and toughness, no planter material outperforms Corten steel. This impressive metal boasts enhanced tensile strength and corrosion resistance and is self-sustaining thanks to its natural, protective layer – meaning it will last for years without maintenance. To learn more about why Corten steel is the right material for your garden check out our blog post.
Can you stop Corten steel from rusting?
Whilst it is possible to prevent Corten steel from rusting by applying a special anti-rust coating, we strongly advise against it. This is because the natural rust coating that Corten steel develops is specifically designed to provide enhanced protection against further damage and corrosion. If you don’t like the rust-like appearance of Corten steel planters, we’d advise you to go for other high-quality products, such as powder-coated metal planters, instead.
What is the best size Corten planter for large gardens?
For large gardens, extra large Corten steel planters are ideal for creating impact and balance within open spaces. Planters measuring 1000 mm or more in length and depth can accommodate different garden styles.
Do extra-large Corten steel planters need drainage?
Yes, all extra large Corten steel planters require proper drainage to prevent waterlogging and support healthy root growth. WEATHER IT planters are built with integrated sufficient drainage holes to allow controlled water flow.