Smart Garden 19in Planter - Chestnut

The Smart Garden 19in Planter — Chestnut is a long, low trough-style planter that brings a warm rattan-look finish to patios, doorsteps and decking. Made from a tough, weather-resistant rattan-effect material in a rich chestnut tone, it gives you the texture and colour of natural wicker without the maintenance. The narrow 50cm footprint is ideal for fitting along walls, fences and balcony edges where a standard round pot would look out of place.

The planter comes pre-lined, so you can drop in compost and plants straight away without any extra liner or mess. With a 15-litre capacity it has plenty of room for a generous display of bedding, herbs, trailing plants or small shrubs, and the trough shape makes it easy to mix heights and colours along its length. Use it on its own as a window-box alternative, or pair it with other planters for a layered look.

Where to Use

• Patios and decking: line up along a wall or screen to add a strip of colour at floor level.
• Front doorsteps and porches: flank an entrance with matching planters for a welcoming display.
• Balcony edges: the long, narrow shape makes the most of limited rail-side space.
• Garden walls and fences: place on a low ledge, brick course or paving slab against a wall for a built-in look.
• Window sills and ledges: the 50cm length suits most UK window-box positions.

How to Use

• Position first: choose a flat, level spot where you want the planter to sit. The trough is floor-standing — no mounting or hanging hardware needed.
• Check the liner: the planter comes pre-lined. Confirm the liner sits neatly inside the rim with no folds or gaps that would let compost escape.
• Add compost: fill loosely with a good multi-purpose compost, leaving about 2–3cm of space below the rim for watering.
• Plant up: arrange your plants, firm them in, and water thoroughly. The 15L capacity comfortably fits 3–5 medium bedding plants or a row of herbs.
• Ongoing care: water when the top inch of compost feels dry. Lift the trough occasionally to clear any debris that collects underneath.

Key Features

• Rattan-effect finish — the look and texture of natural wicker in a chestnut tone, without the maintenance.
• Pre-lined for easy planting — no need to buy a separate liner; just add compost and plants.
• 15-litre compost capacity — plenty of room for bedding, herbs, trailing plants or small shrubs.
• 50cm length — long, low trough shape that fits walls, fences, doorsteps and balcony edges.
• Floor-standing design — sits securely on any flat surface; no brackets or fixings required.
• Tough and durable — weather-resistant build that holds up to UK weather and daily use.
• Lightweight and portable — easy to move around the garden as the seasons change.
• Chestnut colour — warm brown tone that pairs with brick, stone, timber and most garden colour schemes.

Product Details

• Brand: Smart Garden
• Product: 19in Planter — Chestnut
• Colour: Chestnut
• Length: 50cm (19in)
• Compost capacity: 15 litres
• Mounting type: Floor standing
• Pre-lined: Yes
• Material: Rattan-effect weather-resistant construction
• Suitable for: Outdoor use — patios, decking, doorsteps, balconies, walls and fences
• Approx. weight: 2.0 kg
• EAN: 5050642098779

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the 19in Planter — Chestnut look like?
It’s a long, low trough planter with a rattan-effect finish in a warm chestnut brown. The shape is similar to a traditional window box but designed to sit on the ground rather than mount on a wall.

How long is the planter?
The planter is 50cm (19 inches) long. The narrow, low profile makes it ideal for fitting along walls, fences, balcony edges or in front of a window.

Is the planter lined?
Yes — it comes pre-lined, so you can fill it with compost straight away without buying a separate liner or lining it with plastic.

How much compost does it hold?
Around 15 litres. That’s enough for a generous bedding display, a row of herbs, or 3–5 medium-sized plants.

Does it need a saucer?
Water can drain through the liner at the base. For indoor use or to protect patio surfaces, sit the planter on a shallow tray or saucer to catch any drips.

Is it frost-resistant?
The rattan-effect construction is tough and weather-resistant for year-round outdoor use. In very hard frosts, lifting the planter slightly off the ground (on small pot feet) helps prevent the base from sitting in standing water and ice.

Is this the same as a hanging basket?
No — this is a floor-standing trough planter. For hanging options, look at the Smart Garden hanging basket and wall basket ranges.