13 Absolutely Free Planter Box Plans

This detailed article is about 13 absolutely free garden planter box plans. Use these plans to build a decorative planter box for your front porch, a nice pergola with planter for the garden or even a nice waist high vegetable planter. Irrespective of your choice the idea is simple: we need plants, flowers and vegetables in our gardens, decks or porches, because anything that is green and alive helps you have fresh air. In addition, you can use these planter ideas to enhance the look of your property and make eye pleasing.

I have spent a lot of time online trying to gather all these wonderful planter ideas, so you can save time with the research and focus on the building process. I have made no shortcuts and I chose only the best projects available that come with everything you need to know to get the job done by yourself. Therefore, these plans come with step by step instructions, lots of diagrams and a cut list. Even if you are a beginner when it comes to woodworking, you will find these garden planter plans easy to follow, as they only require basic tools.

1. Garden Arbor with Planter 

As you can see, this is one of a kind planter plan because it comes together with a very beautiful arbor. If you want to add some unique appeal to a garden corner or a pathway, this is the project to choose. This is super simple to assemble and it is perfect for climbing plants, because the two planter feature easy to make trellis. MORE >>

2. Planter Box made from 2x4s

If you want to a minimalist planter design that is also budget friendly, you can have both with this beautiful plan from MyOutdoorPlans.com. Can you believe that this planter box only requires 2x4s and screws? Neither do I, but trust me… this is all you need to build this planter box for your backyard. The beautiful top trims and the legs are nice details that add to the overall 5 star rating I give to this project. MORE >>

3. Cedar Porch Planter Box

The unbelievably talented girls from Shanty-2-Chic have built this modern front porch planter to make a nice design statement! This planter is built from cedar so you can be sure your grand-grand-grand kids will see it! You can add a nice solar lamp to the planter so you can witness your craftsmanship even after dawn! MORE >>

4. Deer Proof Garden Bed 

If you are here looking for a planter box that is suitable for growing vegetables, then look no further than this. This raised garden box is quite easy to make, it has a compact size and it also features a few add ons, such as an enclosure with double gates, so you can sleep well at night, knowing the vegetables are safe from deers. In addition, I love the rustic design of this planter, so you can build it just from design considerations! MORE >> 

5. Tall Planter Box

This project has the RogueEngineer written all over it. You can recognize his flawless engineered style from the first lines and drawings. This is how a DIY Project should look like, so bloggers please take your notes. This project comes not only with step by step diagrams, cut list, shopping list and a full step by step tutorial with real pictures, but it also comes with a free PDF download file. What can you ask more from a DIY Planter Plan? MORE >>

6. Window Planter 

I add my own plans to this list. You shouldn’t see this as a statement of arrogance, but as a humble attempt to showcase my work. I have spent a lot of time designing this window planter box so it covers all the requirements: easy to build, cheap to build, basic tools and time friendly. I think I have nailed it with these plans, but I’m eager to hear your thoughts on this! MORE >>

7. Vertical Tiered Ladder Garden Planter

No list of woodworking plans or projects can ever be complete without Ana-White. And I’m pretty sure you would never forgive me if I didn’t include one of her planter box designs here. So here you are… free plans from the queen of woodworking projects to make a tiered ladder planter. MORE >>

8. Wheelbarrow Planter

If a regular box shaped planter is not you cup of tea, you should throw a look over this unique and funky project from HowToSpecialist.com. If you don’t have an old rusty wheelbarrow lying around to use as a planter, you can MAKE one from wood. This project covers everything starting with the frame of the wheelbarrow up to the round wheel. This looks like a fun project and the best part is that you will end up with a decorative wheelbarrow that is fully functional. MORE >>

9. Large Garden Planter

This one of my own plans on the list. Nothing complicated about this design, just a no frills rectangular planter box that is ideal for the porch, patio or even backyard. This makes for a great planter if you want colorful flowers or even roof vegetables. The plans come with step by step diagrams and a complete cut list. MORE >>

10. Hose Hiding Planter from Jaime Costiglio

You cannot miss using “cute” to describe this planter box. This is a small planter box with a top that is removable so you can use the rest of the box for storage. Therefore, if you have annoying hoses all over the place, this is the planter to build because it will help you organize everything. This is not exactly a safe box, but still pretty impressive for a few boards. MORE >>

11. Garden Planter Box with Trellis

I have a confession to make… I… love climbing flowers. Therefore, the next find comes like a glove to me and I hope you love them too. The guys at HowToSpecialist.com built this super cool planter box that features a really generous trellis that is ideal for any climbing rose. The project comes with step by step pics taken during the build and with free downloadable plans. Cut list is also included so you don’t have to waste time on figuring everything out. MORE >>

12. Strawberry Pyramid Planter

One of the main advantages of having a backyard, even small, it is that you can grow your own vegetables and fruits. This pyramid planter is an efficient way of using the land because you can grow strawberries on the 4 tiers of this project. You can easily adjust the size of this planter to suit your needs, because this pyramid planter is modular. I’m not saying it just because it’s my very own design 🙂 MORE >>

13. Waist High Planter

Last but not least, I am sharing this super cool waist high planter box that it is ideal for any hobby gardener. You can build this planter in one weekend and then you can start growing vegetables on your backyard patio. If you invest in weather resistant lumber, such as cedar this garden planter will last for decades. This elevated planter is also ideal for elders because you don’t have to lean when taking care of the plants. MORE >>

14. Small Vegetable Trough Plans 

This cute vegetable through made the list because it’s a smart package. First of all, the planter is sturdy and it can be used to growing vegetables. Secondly, the trough features a lovely design that is both interesting and with an aesthetic appeal. The plans come with a full Cut / Shopping list so you don’t waste time with calculations. The plans are PDF download with a few clicks and completely free. MORE >>

15. Planter Box with X-Shaped Trims

When I first stumbled upon this planter box I was left speechless because it is everything you even wanted! Just look at the beautiful proportions, at the gorgeous X shaped trims and at the step by step plans that complement the Cut list with style. You will also be surprised to see this planter box can be built with just a few boards. That’s what I call budget friendly! MORE >>

Bonus – Planter Bench Video!

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