Outdoor potting bench sizes and working height
An outdoor potting bench here measures 29.1 to 64.5 inches wide and 16.9 to 45.5 inches deep. A comfortable work surface is usually near counter height, so check the surface height as well as the total height, since some tall models include a back shelf.
Narrow benches fit a balcony or shed wall, while wide ones suit a garden corner. Allow enough depth for a full-size pot plus a bag of soil, and enough width to lay out a few plants side by side while you work.
Potting table materials and weather care
A potting table in this collection is most often solid wood, with fir and steel in some designs. Wood has a warm look but needs a sealed finish and regular care outdoors, while steel frames need little upkeep.
Wipe up wet soil and spills, and cover or move the bench under shelter in heavy rain and winter.
Potting bench with sink and shelves
Select models add shelves above or below the work surface, and a few include a sink for rinsing pots and tools. Shelves keep pots, gloves and small tools within reach.
A sink is handy for washing roots and hands, so choose one if you often repot plants. Without a sink, a bucket or watering can on a lower shelf does the same job for small jobs.
Garden potting bench location and setup
A garden potting bench works best near a water source and close to the plants it serves. Put it on level ground in partial shade so soil stays workable and wood weathers slowly.
Leave room on at least one side so you can stand comfortably while you work. Brown, gray and white finishes are available and blend with a fence, a shed wall or a patio, so you can pick the one that suits the spot.
Specifications
- Width range
- 29.1 to 64.5 in
- Depth range
- 16.9 to 45.5 in
- Height range
- 18.9 to 65 in
- Materials available
- solid wood, fir, steel
- Colors available
- brown, gray, white
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