Questions and Answers for MPG 24 in. Square Cast Stone Fiberglass Planter with Attached Saucer in Aged Granite Finish

A:  Hi GMAD, thank you for the inquiry. This product is made of a material that is weather tested and proven to withstand freezing temps, however as with the majority of garden containers used outdoors it is imperative that this planter have proper drainage to survive sustained freezing temps. This planter has an integrated saucer, and 4 pre-drilled drainage holes, which means it will hold some water most of the time. As long as steps are taken at the time of planting to ensure the pre-drilled drainage holes do not become clogged thus causing the container to pool with water, then freezing temps will not cause the container to fail. As with all of our outdoor planters, we recommend using a layer of landscape fabric across the bottom, then an approximate 2 inch layer of rock, then covered with another layer of landscape fabric. These steps will ensure the drainage holes stay open and allow water to drain out into the saucer. Please don't hesitate to reach back out with any additional questions.

A:  Inside measurements are: Width at the bottom: 16.5 inches Middle: 19 inches Top: 20 inches Depth: 19.75 inches

A:  It's 25 pounds.

A:  Inside it will look like the darker color. Outside it will look like the lighter.

A:  Hi Marge, all planters we manufacture with an integrated saucer come with 4 pre-drilled approximate 1/4 inch diameter drainage holes. Sometimes the may be difficult to see due to the black colored interior of the garden container. Please reinspect your planter and if it's determined they do not exist please return. Additionally, please email clayton.joiner@pebatandem.com with an image of the inside of the planter to confirm the holes do not exist and the bottom so we can see the engraved ID in the bottom of the planter for further inspection. Please also copy info@mpgplanters.com.

A:  This is the largest size.

A:  I did and it's been working fine - unclear why they aren't pre-drilled.

A:  Hi PrettynPots, thank you for the inquiry. You do NOT need to drill a drainage hole in this Planter because there is an integrated saucer with 4 pre-drilled holes already. One hole per side. Some people do choose to drill an additional drainage hole in the bottom of the, but it is important to note that doing so will render the saucer function useless. Regardless of which drainage method better suits your plants, we recommend using a river rock and landscape fabric in the bottom to prevent the holes from getting clogged with soil and preventing the container from draining. Please don't hesitate to reach back out with any additional questions.

A:  I would say you could use it as a planter for ornamental Evergreens that stays smaller, but any other type of tree I think it will outgrow within a couple years

A:  Hello Betty, we have several evergreens planted in these types of containers and they have lasted for years. It does depend on what zone you live in. Evergreens are very hardy so I would think that they could handle most winters in the US. Check what zone you live in and whether your evergreen can survive in containers throughout a winter in your area. Don't forget to water them and make sure your planters have plenty of drainage!