A Rustic Garden Blog

When you decide to purchase a large garden planter you are making an investment that will add to your landscape for decades.  Setting up the new centerpiece of your yard properly will ensure it remains intact for a lifetime. 

A large garden urn that could weigh 500 lbs or more creates quite a footprint.  It is often best to pour a small square concrete foundation to prevent sinking during the wet seasons.  During this process many homeowners choose to anchor their cast iron urn as well.  By setting a threaded steel rod in the center of the concrete pad you will be able tighten a washer and nut down through the drainage hole.  This will keep your investment in place and sitting level.