A lush, overflowing planter can soften the architectural lines of a deck or patio. Here are examples of lush planters from across the nation.

  • Los Angeles. This avant-garde contemporary design by L.A.-based planter specialist Urban Nature incorporates flora suited for that climate.
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Urban Nature image via plusmood.com

  • New York. A variety of colors and textures play off of each other in this arrangment. This creator of this planter, by Sweet Dirt Designs, trained at the New York Botanical Garden.
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Image via Sweet Dirt Designs

  • Warm, Dry climates. This low-maintenance succulent planter was celebrated on Apartment Therapy. The container should have soil that is not too dense, and very little water is needed.
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Image via Apartment Therapy

  • St. Louis. This window-mounted planter, shown in Midwest Living Magazine, has European influence and provides greenery both above and below.
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Image via Midwest Living