This Old House

Tiered planter

It’s no secret among my family and friends that I’m an indifferent cook, but when I do take the time to follow a recipe, I find that fresh herbs can make all the difference. To keep these aromatic plants close at hand, I built a three-tier planter to sit in a sunny spot on our patio right off the kitchen.

The tiered design built with cedar boards and stainless-steel screws makes for a small footprint, while providing space to grow

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