re: Planter box

The thing about cedar planter boxes is that you don’t need perfect material. It always takes on a beautiful grey patina and the boxes last for years. AND – if you keep your eyes open, you can get reclaimed fencing, swingsets, etc for free because people are always throwing it out. The bolt & screw holes don’t matter for planter boxes.

I think cedar is out of fashion for fences and other backyard contraptions. Partly because the price is high today, I’m sure. But also because people think vinyl or whatever is an upgrade over natural wood. I respectfully disagree with that.