Lidl launches Parkside wooden planter box with trellis for 29.99 euros

Lidl is kicking off spring with a garden buy that promises far more than you’d expect for the money: a wooden planter box with an integrated trellis that can add privacy, colour and a sense of order to a balcony, patio or small terraced-house garden.

What the new Lidl trellis planter is all about

From 12 March, a Parkside planter box with trellis will be available in stores for 29.99 euros. The concept is straightforward: a sturdy wooden box at the bottom for compost and plants, plus a tall trellis panel above for climbers-creating a compact “mini hedge” that doesn’t hog precious floor space.

"With a single element you create a planting corner, privacy screen and focal point – without an expensive landscaping job."

The planter is made from solid wood and comes pre-treated with a water-based woodstain. Lidl says it holds around 20 litres of compost and can take up to 30 kg in weight. Measuring about 60 cm wide, 28 cm deep and roughly 100 cm high, it’s sized to work even on narrow balconies or tucked into a corner by the patio door.

Dimensions and key specs at a glance

• Price: 29.99 euros (in-store only, not sold online)
• Material: solid wood, stained, weather- and UV-resistant
• Dimensions: approx. 60 cm wide × 28 cm deep × 100 cm high
• Capacity: approx. 20 litres of compost
• Maximum load: 30 kg
• Included: matching plastic liner and assembly materials

The included plastic liner helps protect the wood from constant moisture and makes replacing the compost much easier later on. The trellis is fixed directly to the planter, so there’s no need to drill it into the ground or prop it up separately.

Why it’s particularly appealing for small gardens

Anyone with a narrow strip of garden, a small courtyard or a city balcony will recognise the usual dilemma: you want plants, privacy and some structure, but there simply isn’t much room.

That’s exactly where this trellis planter comes into its own. It takes up little floor area but has plenty of impact vertically. Instead of spreading out, the planting can climb up the trellis, forming a green screen without sacrificing usable space.

"A trellis planter won’t fully replace a privacy fence, but it does take the edge off an inquisitive look from next door."

If you sit close to a road, near a car park, or directly opposite a neighbour’s kitchen window, climbers trained up the trellis can soften the feel of the space. It won’t make traffic noise disappear, but it shifts attention from concrete and cars to leaves and flowers.

Child-friendly gardening without digging up the lawn

For families, there’s another benefit: children often love gardening, but not everyone wants to turn an entire lawn into a vegetable patch. With a raised planter, children can sow, water and harvest without anyone having to dig up half the garden.

The height also makes it easier for younger children to reach the compost comfortably. And because everything is contained, any mess stays manageable. For many kids, a dedicated mini bed becomes a year-long project-from sowing in spring through to picking in late summer.

What you can plant in it – practical ideas

The box itself works well for both kitchen herbs and colourful flowers. If you enjoy cooking, you can turn the wooden container into a moveable herb planter positioned right by the patio door.

Herbs that work well in a trellis planter

• Rosemary: loves sun and doesn’t like sitting in damp conditions
• Thyme: ideal for relatively lean compost and very low-maintenance
• Parsley: needs regular watering and prefers partial shade
• Mint: grows vigorously-using the liner helps keep it contained

If you’re more interested in visual impact, go for bright bloomers. Trailing petunias or lobelia can spill over the edge, paired with a few low perennials or seasonal plants such as pansies in spring.

Suitable climbers for the trellis

On the trellis, it’s worth combining fast-growing annuals with (space allowing) some perennials. For example:

• Nasturtium: grows quickly, flowers in bold colours, and is also edible
• Sweet peas: add height and fragrance, but need regular watering and feeding
• Clematis: a strong option if the planter will stay in one spot long term
• Jasmine (hardy depending on the variety): provides an intense evening scent

"With the right planting, the trellis planter becomes a living wall – almost opaque in summer, and more delicate in spring and autumn."

How to keep the wood looking good for longer

Because the wood is already stained, it arrives with a basic level of protection. That said, it isn’t completely maintenance-free, so a light care routine through the year makes sense.

• Check once per season for any areas where water is pooling.
• Brush off loose compost and dirt from the wooden surfaces with a hand brush.
• Apply a fresh coat of exterior woodstain every two to three years.

If you place the trellis planter directly on bare ground, it can help to sit it on small wooden blocks or stones. Keeping the underside from constant contact with damp paving or soil can extend its lifespan.

Is it actually worth buying?

Comparable combinations of a wooden planter and trellis often cost noticeably more at DIY stores-especially when the wood is pre-treated and a plastic liner is included. For anyone new to garden styling, Lidl’s version is a budget-friendly way to do a “trial run” with climbing plants without committing to building a full pergola.

Line up multiple units and you can create a modular green divider-for instance, between two patio zones or as a boundary towards the neighbour’s plot. With three or four planters in a row, the effect can start to resemble a small leafy walkway.

Tips for getting more from a single planter box

You can also plant the trellis planter by theme: one box dedicated to tea herbs such as lemon balm and mint; another for edible flowers; or a children’s box with “snacking plants” like strawberries and nasturtium.

If you enjoy decorating, weave outdoor fairy lights through the trellis alongside the plants. In the evening, that creates an illuminated green backdrop that visually frames a seating area. In rented homes, a trellis planter can sometimes stand in for a fixed awning or plastic screening because it’s considerate and reversible-when you move out, you simply take it with you.

One more advantage that’s easy to overlook: a clearly defined bed can help you use less water. Instead of watering a wide area, water and feed go straight where they’re needed. In dry summers, that can be kinder to both your budget and your plants.