The Right Railing Planter for the Right Job

When it comes to balcony gardening, every railing presents its own set of unique challenges. Thick wooden railings, thin iron bars, and top rails can all make it difficult to find the right planter solution. Even traditional railing planters can be awkward to install and maintain, with some requiring complex hardware that can detract from the beauty of your balcony.

If you choose to display your plants on the top of your railing, there are a variety of options available – from colorful metal buckets with built-in hooks to larger resin window boxes with hardware and even moss inserts. If you prefer a floating garden bed at the foot of your railing, PlantTrap's LedgePlanters could be the perfect solution. These innovative railing shelves slide under the bottom rail to extend the ledge into a perfect shelf for container gardening. The included stake instantly pins the plant to the shelf, ensuring stability and security. And, because LedgePlanters use the floor to carry the weight, you don't have to worry about stressing the railing.

One of the best things about LedgePlanters is how versatile they are. You can use them with terra-cotta planters, store-bought baskets, and even coupled to support longer window boxes. And they turn your railing into a trellis, making it easy to add climbing plants like mandevilla and wisteria to your balcony garden. This clever railing shelf extends your gardening footprint, allowing you to enjoy added lush beauty.