I Always Presumed That Wicker Planters Would Spell Disaster, but Then I Discovered This Clever Range With Removable Liners

Allowing for easy planting and upkeep, there's lots to love about these rattan planters that are perfect for spring

A collection of terracotta plant pots and a rattan planter with green plants, against a plaster wall and wooden floorboards.
(Image credit: Neptune)

I'm a total beginner when it comes to all things gardening-related, but having recently moved into a new house with my own backyard, I'm on a mission to discover the best tips and tricks to make the space look good without too much effort. And my favorite cheat code so far? Neptune's wicker planters with removable liners.

I always thought water and wicker would spell disaster, but rather than potting plants directly into the planters, the removable chrome-coated zinc liners mean that re-potting and watering plants is fuss-free. Plus, it can help with plant health by reducing rot and allowing for good drainage, and they're way easier to move around than planters with fixed inners.

Of course, it goes without saying that the best outdoor planters need to look stylish and be functional, and the ones I have my eye on to get my garden spring-ready are from Neptune. Sleek in design and available in different styles and sizes, they would work well in pretty much any outdoor space, and all of them feature removable inners. Below, you can shop my favorites among them.

Looking for more options? (Perhaps something more affordable.) Below, you can shop a range of stylish wicker and woven planters from different brands, offering varying styles to best suit your garden design and available outdoor space.

If you're on a mission to elevate your garden even further ahead of the warmer months, take a look at the biggest garden trends for 2026 for some more stylish ideas.

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Emily Moorman
Freelance Design Writer

Emily is a freelance interior design writer based in Scotland. Prior to going freelance in the spring of 2025, Emily was Homes & Gardens’ paint and color editor, covering all things color across interiors and home decor for the Homes & Gardens website. Having gained specific expertise in this area, Emily is well-versed in writing about the latest color trends and is passionate about helping homeowners understand the importance of color psychology in home design. Her own interior design style reflects the simplicity of mid-century design and she loves sourcing vintage furniture finds for her tenement flat.