I'm always on the look out for large planters. As gorgeous as they are, clay pots can be a small investment and heavy to move around, so I often opt for inexpensive resin alternatives, offering lighter weight and a sleek appearance.
My latest find for my container garden is the ALDI Belavi resin planter, which is available in three beautiful shades – purple, black, and white – for $9.99. It's the burgundy-purple planter catching my eye because it's the ultimate addition to a fall porch, complimenting the colors of seasonal foliage and flowers.
Not only is it a fraction of the price of a clay planter in a similar style, you can easily use it for a layered container arrangement because it has a larger capacity. Even paired with other earth-toned pots, this resin planter offers the pop of color you get from a higher-end glazed ceramic pot. But, I don't expect stock to last long, so I'm picking it up now ready for my fall garden.
Belavi Resin Planter in Purple
This large resin planter is the perfect patio accent for fall, also available in black and white. It has a beautiful embossed floral detail and a large capacity for a layered container arrangement.
Of course, there are endless ways to create a container garden. The ALDI Belavi resin planter can work as a statement pot on its own, or join a collection of curated planters. For me, the unique burgundy shade makes it the perfect vessel for fall containers.
Considering these planters are just $9.99, I'd use two flanked either side of my front door where I love to create a seasonal welcome to my home.
To plant them up, I'd use heuchera for fall foliage (this purple heuchera from Plant Addicts is the perfect shade), as well as some fall flowers for pots, like these violas from Walmart. I like the idea of adding some ornamental grasses for texture, too.
Don't forget, there's also the black Belavi resin planter from ALDI and white Belavi resin planter from ALDI if the purple pot doesn't work with your garden color scheme. Both of these options provide a more subtle foundation so the eye is drawn to your seasonal blooms.
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Made of resin, these planters are lightweight, so you can move them around as needed with ease.
One thing to note, however, is the listing doesn't mention drainage holes. The good news is it's easy to add drainage holes to planters, especially resin which can be drilled through. If needed, add around three drainage holes for excess water to stop your plants' roots rotting.
As for filling the bottom of a large planter, save on potting mix by using twigs, rocks, and even cardboard.
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This stunning deep red heuchera produces cream blooms through summer. In fall, the impressive foliage takes center stage.
These bypass pruning shears are useful to have to hand for quickly tidying up plants in late-summer to extend your display.
Don't forget to read up on container gardening mistakes before planting up your new pots. Getting watering and the location right is key to keeping your containers looking their best through summer and fall.
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