As a gardener, what comes to mind when you hear the word “insects”? You’re probably thinking pests – the relentless munchers, the sap-sucking villains, the tiny terrors that threaten to undo all your hard work. It's a common misconception, but the truth is far more...
Plants and Planters
Trees in Pots: How to Grow & Care for Container Trees
Container gardening transcends mere horticultural convenience; it’s a creative rebellion against spatial limitations. Introducing trees in pots allows gardeners to infuse not only colour, texture, but a vertical drama and scale into terraces, rooftops, or entryways....
Companion Planting Guide For Planting in Garden Pots and Planters
Growing your own vegetables is an incredibly rewarding endeavour, providing you with fresh, nutritious produce right at your doorstep. While many gardeners traditionally rely on in-ground garden beds, container gardening in Planter Boxes offers a wonderful...
Garden Pots and Planter Boxes Landscape Design Guide
Landscape design is fundamentally about creating harmonious and functional outdoor spaces. Whether using planter boxes or cultivating directly in the earth, the core principles of effective landscape design remain constant. Here are some of the timeless design...
A Guide to Dealing with Weeds in Planters and Identification
Garden planters offer a fantastic way to bring greenery and vibrant blooms to any space, but even in these contained environments, the relentless battle against weeds persists. While seemingly less daunting than tackling a large garden bed, weeds in large planters can...
The Enchanting Clivia Miniata: A Comprehensive Guide to Growing in Pots
Clivia miniata, often recognized by its vibrant common names like fire lily, Natal lily, or bush lily, is a captivating perennial that brings a splash of colour to any setting. Native to the damp, shaded woodlands of Southern Africa, this remarkable plant is...
6 Reasons Why You Should Be Using Garden Planters for Indoor and Outdoor Designs
Flower Pots offer immense versatility and aesthetic appeal for both indoor and outdoor spaces. If you're looking to elevate your home's design, here are six compelling reasons why you should be incorporating them: 1. Unrivalled Design Flexibility and Mobility: One of...
A Specifier’s Guide to Custom Planters: Steel, Wood, GRC, and Fibreglass Compared
Choosing the right material for custom planters is critical for balancing aesthetics, durability, and budget. This guide compares steel, wood, GRC (Glass Reinforced Concrete), and fibreglass, helping specifiers like architects and landscapers make informed decisions....
Landscape Design Ideas for Large Commercial Planters
For commercial landscaping and urban design, large commercial planter boxes transcend mere decoration; they become powerful tools for shaping environments, defining spaces, and injecting life into hardscaped areas. From welcoming entrances and vibrant outdoor dining...
125 Container Garden Ideas and Tips For Garden Pots and Planter Design – Updated 2025
Looking for some inspiration for your container gardening project? Whether you are planning on using a Planter Box, Cube Pot, or Round Planters, we have some inspiring ideas here for you. If fact, we have gathered 125 container garden ideas and tips so grab a cuppa...
Big Impact, Small Effort: Enhance Your Garden with Extra-Large Outdoor Planter Pots
Using extra-large outdoor planter pots offers a remarkably efficient way to introduce significant visual interest and structural definition to your garden design, often requiring minimal physical exertion for maximum aesthetic return. Their inherent versatility allows...
Frequently Asked Questions About Concrete Pots
Lightweight concrete planters, also referred to as GRC (Glass Reinforced Concrete) or lightweight cement pots, have become an increasingly popular choice for our clients at Sigma Planters. So much so that you will see our most extensive range of shapes and sizes is...
How to Grow Agaves in Pots, A Great and Stylish Choice
Agave plants, particularly Agave attenuata, have long been favored by landscapers, home gardeners, and succulent enthusiasts—and for excellent reasons. Not only do these striking succulents exhibit gorgeous, sculptural foliage, but they also tend to thrive with...
Cultivating Bamboo in Containers: A Guide for Landscaping with Planters
Planting bamboo in garden planter boxes has become an increasingly effective and efficient landscape solution, offering benefits ranging from increased privacy to the creation of a tropical oasis. Blending striking visual appeal with practical functionality, bamboo...
Concrete Planter Boxes: A Necessity For Public Spaces
Concrete planter boxes can be a valuable addition to the landscape architecture of public spaces. These sturdy and versatile structures can be used to add greenery and natural beauty to otherwise dull and lifeless urban environments. Not only do concrete planter boxes...
Round Garden Pots and Planters in Landscape Design
Round garden pots and planters are a classic and versatile choice for adding beauty and structure to any landscape design. Their soft curves and organic shapes complement a variety of architectural styles and plant life, making them a popular option for both home...
Growing Camellias in Planters – Impress your Guests
Camellias (from the genus Camellia) are widely beloved for their stunning, rose-like blooms and evergreen foliage. These elegant shrubs offer color and vibrancy in the cooler months when most gardens are dull and bare. Traditionally, camellias are grown in the ground,...
How to Clean and Maintain your Fiberglass Outdoor Planters
Fiberglass outdoor planters are a top choice for Australian landscapers and designers due to their versatility, lightweight nature, and durability. They stand up to harsh weather and offer endless design options, making them a popular feature in outdoor spaces. To...
To Crock or Not to Crock Garden Pots?
An old gardening tip, often passed down through generations, suggests lining the bottom of pots with coarse materials like gravel, stones, or broken china to improve drainage. This practice, known as crocking, is often touted as a must-do. However, while it may have...
Plant Selection for Commercial and High-End Residential Container Gardening in Australia
Container gardening offers a versatile and visually appealing way to enhance commercial and high-end residential properties in Australia - if the right plants are chosen. By carefully selecting plants that are suited to the local climate and soil conditions, you can...
Choosing the Right Garden Pot Material for Commercial and Large Residential Spaces
Selecting the perfect pot for your cherished plants is more than just an aesthetic choice. The material of your planter significantly impacts plant health, longevity, and overall garden aesthetics. From the classic terracotta and ceramic, to modern fibreglass planters...
Container Gardening: How to Plant Garden Pots and Planter Boxes Guide
Want to turn your planter into a container garden work of art? Garden pots, especially Lightweight Fibreglass Planters, are a versatile and impactful way to enhance outdoor spaces, whether you're looking to elevate your home or enhance the street appeal of your...
How to Grow Herbs in a Container Garden
Growing herbs, especially in Large Planters, is a convenient and rewarding way to enjoy fresh, flavourful produce right at your fingertips. Whether you have a small balcony, a rooftop terrace, or a limited backyard space, container gardening offers a versatile...
Growing Azaleas in Garden Pots: A Comprehensive Australian Guide
Azaleas, with their vibrant blooms and delicate foliage, are a popular addition to Australian gardens. Growing them in pots and planter boxes offers flexibility and allows you to enjoy their beauty even in limited spaces. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to...
The Pitfalls of Plant Drip Trays: A Closer Look
While plant drip trays are often praised as a practical solution for preventing water damage and maintaining a tidy garden planter box space, they can create more mess than they prevent and may ultimately harm your plants. This article will explore the drawbacks of...
Growing Wisteria in Pots is Magic!
The wisteria plant has very impressive blooms that smell really sweet in springtime. Growing wisteria in pots can be very rewarding, allowing you to enjoy their stunning blooms and fragrant flowers even in limited spaces. The larger the planter the better it will grow...
Growing Ferns in Pots: A Comprehensive Guide for Australian Gardeners
Ferns are versatile and attractive plants that can thrive in containers, making them an excellent choice for both indoor and outdoor planter boxes in Australia. With millions of years of history, ferns typically grow in forests, on rocky hills, and in sandy areas....
Drip Irrigation System for Garden Pots and Planters
This guide provides a concise overview of drip irrigation systems tailored specifically for large planter gardens, highlighting their efficiency in delivering water directly to plant roots while minimising waste. In Australia’s diverse climate, where gardens face...
Best Tips to Grow Lemon Myrtle Tree in Pots
Lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) is a versatile and aromatic Australian native tree that can be successfully grown in pots, making it accessible for gardeners with limited space or those living in cooler climates. This guide will walk you through the process of...
Growing Bougainvillea in Pots? Just Beautiful!
Bougainvillea is a vibrant tropical plant that thrives in Australia's diverse climate. When grown in pots, it's perfect for adding a splash of colour to patios, balconies, and gardens. This guide covers everything from selecting the right variety to caring for your...
Kangaroo Paws in Pots: A Guide to Growing these Iconic Australian Natives
Kangaroo Paws (Anigozanthos species) are iconic Australian native plants known for their unique, furry flowers that resemble a kangaroo's paw. These striking plants are not only beautiful additions to gardens but also thrive in large garden planter boxes, making them...
Creating An Outdoor Oasis with Extra Large Lightweight Pots
When it comes to designing outdoor spaces, architects and landscape designers strive to create environments that are both visually stunning and functional. One key element that can transform an ordinary outdoor space into an oasis is the use of extra large lightweight...
Creating a Statement: The Role of Large Planters in Modern Landscaping
Large Planters in Modern Landscaping As our professional clients well understand, landscaping is a harmonious blend of art and science, designed to enhance outdoor spaces both aesthetically and functionally. Large planters have emerged as pivotal design elements in...
The Psychology of Planters: How Color and Shape Influence Outdoor Design
How Pots and Planters Create Outdoor Atmosphere Pots and planters are a crucial part of the journey through the art and psychology of outdoor design. They are essential brushstrokes on the canvas of our environments, shaping the essence and feel of outdoor spaces with...
Enhancing Urban Spaces: Large Planter Design in Professional Landscape Architecture
Many of our clients face the challenge of introducing greenery into concrete-dominated urban areas due to the limitations of planting space. Large planters offer a practical and visually appealing solution. By simply placing them on existing surfaces, these versatile...
Revolutionizing Landscape Design: Exploring Innovative Container Gardening Trends for Professionals
Landscape Design, an Evolving Field The field of landscape design is continuously evolving, driven by aesthetic innovation and a commitment to sustainability. In this article, we look at the latest trends that are shaping the industry. We will discuss the role...
How Lightweight Concrete Planters are Changing Commercial Landscaping
Landscaping is Experiencing a Revolution Commercial landscaping is experiencing a revolution largely due to the increasing use of lightweight concrete planters. These innovative planters blend functionality with aesthetic appeal which helps to transform public spaces...
Sustainable Urban Landscaping — Maximizing Green Spaces with Extra Large Garden Pots
As the technology surrounding fibreglass planters has improved and evolved, so too has the need for urban landscaping to adapt to this new environment. What was not possible before is now achievable with long-lasting, lightweight planters. Add to that a growing...
Sustainable Solutions: Using Pots and Planters for Climate Adaptation in Landscape Design
Climate Change Affecting Landscaping Practices Climate change has become an undeniable reality as it brings about significant challenges for gardening and landscaping professionals. As the climate continues to change, so must our approach to creating attractive and...
The Secret to Stunning Green Spaces: A Closer Look at GRC Planters
As cities expand and natural landscapes give way to urban sprawl, the creation of green spaces has become a crucial element in providing breaths of fresh air amidst concrete and steel jungles. However, a lush green space is more than a collection of plants—it's a...