Large planters make dramatic additions to any backyard, whether flanking the entrance to your home or acting as a focal point in your garden’s design. They can certainly give a ‘wow’ factor, but require a large amount of soil and become very heavy; however, it need not always be the case.
To reduce the amount of potting soil required to fill the container, you can fill the bottom of a large planter with different materials to save money and potentially lessen the weight, depending on what you use and your intentions for the planter.
