Planters that pay back - and forward

Last month, we showed you some intriguing/elegant/practical/“way cool” containers you should market at your garden center. This go-round, we’re not skimping on the I/E/P/“WC” – these items are all that. But they each have a bonus benefit, to boot, in that every planter pictured here is also ecologically sound. Or, if you prefer, ES.

What is it? The SK USA “Green” Container. Why should you sell it? SK USA uses pure, natural clay from local sites on its container lines. Clay scraps are directly recycled in production, and the company restores landscapes when it is finished mining for clay. In addition, all the SK USA pots have environmentally friendly coatings, and product packages contain recycled cardboard.
Where to find it?  www.soendgen.de

What is it? The Ella planter line from Novelty Manufacturing. Why should you sell it? Ella planters bring a new twist to the ArtStone line. Savvy in color and always durable in strength, Ellas make an impactful statement in 2010 – plus, each Ella is made of recyclable polymers and alloys. Where to find it? www.noveltymfg.com
 

What is it? The eco-friendly line of planters from Gainey Ceramics. Why should you sell it? Gainey Ceramics has been “green” for many years. All of the company’s clay bodies contain in excess of 25 percent recycled materials, and all water used in the production process is recycled. Additionally, any ceramic product lost in the production process is re-ground into powder and reintroduced into the clay. Where to find it? www.gaineyceramics.com

What is it? The biodegradable pot line from Rosso’s International. Why should you sell it? Rosso’s International markets several styles of planters that are made of nutrient-rich matter (mainly bamboo husks). These earth-friendly containers have been approved by the Food and Drug Administration and will degrade in six months after disposal. Where to find it? www.rossosinternational.com

What is it? The DOT Pot line from Bethel Organics. Why should you sell it? OMRI-Listed DOT Pots are biodegradable seed starting pots made of wood fiber that is 100-percent organic. They are ideal for cross-merchandising with organic soils, seeds and fertilizers. Where to find it? www.dotpots.com