IDEALIST Large Rectangular Stone Trough Planter – 70cm, 124L

This large rectangular trough from IDEALIST is a seriously useful planter for anyone who wants to make a bold statement on a patio, beside a front door, or along a garden border. At 70cm long and 60cm tall with a generous 124-litre soil capacity, it gives roots plenty of room to establish, making it well suited to ornamental shrubs, small trees, tall grasses, or a mix of seasonal bulbs and perennials. The pre-drilled drainage holes help prevent waterlogging, which is especially important in deeper planters where excess moisture can otherwise cause root rot.

Despite its substantial size, this trough is surprisingly manageable thanks to its fiberstone construction — a blend of natural stone particles and fibre that looks convincingly like real concrete but weighs far less. That makes it practical for repositioning around the garden or rearranging your display as the seasons change, without the back-breaking effort of shifting a genuinely stone or concrete container. It's also built to handle the British climate, being both frost resistant and UV stable, so you won't see it crack in a cold snap or fade to a washed-out grey over successive summers.

The dark grey finish has a premium concrete effect that feels contemporary without being stark, working well alongside timber decking, gravel borders, or rendered walls. Because IDEALIST offers this design across a range of sizes and complementary styles, it's easy to build up a cohesive look using several pieces together. It's a particularly good choice for gardeners who want the aesthetic of natural stone without the weight, cost, or ongoing maintenance that real stone demands.