Garden Potting Bench

• Low maintenance, these are usually UV-treated PVC vinyl and many will have a lengthy waurantee period
• Vinyle will not fade or tint yellow
• They are not only great for potting but great for plant display and growing vines
• Many vinly potting benches will have a removable shelf
• Vinyl makes for easy cleaning with hose or light, soapy water

In this day and age many people are looking for a way to save the environment, or at least help out a little. One way we can do this is by purchasing products made from recycled materials.  Potting benches are no different, you can easily find potting benches made from recycled plastic. Here are some of the benefits of recycled plastic potting benches:

• They are usually made from very yigh-quality recycled plastic
• You can get them in a wide array of colors, to fit your decor.
• Many will have multiple shelves for storage of pots, plants, & tools
• They are impervious to the effects of weather
• You can leave them outside the whole year round
• Generally they are pretty easy to assemble

Now when you think of wood potting benches  you probably think about cedar. That is a fine choice but there are other options when it comes to wood.  Let’s look at cedar and some other options:

Cedar wood is lightweight and resistant to both cracking and moisture rot. The oils of this resilient wood guard against insect attack and decay, and their distinctive aroma acts as a mild insect repellant. Cedar is a dependable choice for outdoor furniture, either as a finished or unfinished wood. Over time, unfinished cedar left outdoors will weather to a silvery gray patina. This natural process does not compromise the strength or integrity of the wood.Another great aspect of cedar is its environmental effect – which is minimal. A renewable resource, cedar wood emits low greenhouse gases. So rest assured knowing that your beautiful cedar furniture is a green choice, too!

Aspen:

This is another great option for potting benches. It is a sturdy wood, that lasts while outside. It is quite a bit cheaper than cedar, so if your budget is a concern you may want to check out some of your Aspen options.

Fir:

This is another durable and solid wood choice.  You may find that potting benches made from fir will need to be water treated before you use them, if you plan to leave them outside. Make sure you check before you just put them out, they are not water resistant as cedar is.

So as you can see there are many options when it comes to materials for potting benches.