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A wood planter box is a statement piece that can add depth and character to your landscape. I love the look of big stately planters but they are typically expensive. Today I’m sharing this 2 hour DIY wood planter box in an effort to show you how to create a rich looking landscape at a fraction of the price.

This project is part of a monthly challenge I participate in with some very talented bloggers. You can find all our past projects here. Scroll down to see this month’s 2 hour DIY projects at the end of this post.

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For this project I wanted something to fill a bare spot in my front yard. This spot is next to large hydrangeas and lilies so it couldn’t be a small pot of annuals. I need something large and stately.

I also wanted a box that I could easily pop potted plants into. This way I am not filling this huge box with dirt. I can just slide a pre-potted arrangement into the box.

Scroll down for a step by step tutorial on how to make this planter box. Here are a few tips before you start this project.

Wood Planter Box Tips

• Use pine common board to keep costs down.
• Decide what size box you need, is it a square or rectangle, and adjust the cuts accordingly.
• Paint/stain and seal the box correctly so it will hold up to all outdoor conditions.

For this planter box project you don’t need any fancy tools. You’ll need a saw and power drill. I used a miter saw to cut my boards but a hand saw will work just fine.

Let’s jump into this project and I’ll show you how easy it is to make a planter.

This 2 hour DIY wood planter box is easy to make and costs less to make than buy. You can build one of these boxes over the weekend and have a new eye catching planter in your yard in no time.

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