Q: How are the hooks and spacers installed on the balcony planter?
The plastic hooks clip onto the balcony planter and the plastic spacers fit between the planter and the railing to adapt to the thickness of the profile. The set is delivered with the planter — no separate purchase. Installation is very quick, without tools or screws. The plastic of the hooks and spacers is UV and weather resistant.
Q: What is the difference between this balcony planter and the Smart planter in the catalog?
Two railing hook planters, two distinct registers. The Smart planter (50x20xH16cm, 2 colors Taupe/Anthracite) is lower (H16cm vs H23cm) and more compact — its plastic hooks also come with spacers. The STAR planter (50x21xH23cm, 3 colors including White) is taller, deeper, and offers White in addition — a more generous root volume and a more complete palette. Both have an integrated water reservoir.
Q: Is the water reservoir sufficient for a planter exposed to the sun?
The reservoir extends the time between two waterings but does not replace watering — on a balcony very exposed to the sun in the middle of summer, it extends the time by a few extra days, which is very valuable for weekends and short absences. In a heatwave with direct sunlight, regular watering remains necessary.
Q: Can this planter stay on the balcony in winter?
Yes — balcony & terrace. Polypropylene is tested down to -20 °C. The plastic hooks and spacers are weather-resistant and UV-resistant without rusting. It is recommended to partially empty the substrate in winter to reduce the weight on the railing and protect the roots from deep frost.
Q: Which color to choose between White, Taupe, and Black-Anthracite?
Depending on the color of the facade and the railing, and the desired style. The White is the brightest — ideal on a dark facade or a black railing to create a very sharp contrast. The Taupe is the most natural — it harmonizes with wood, stone, and natural materials. The Black-Anthracite is the most graphic — it enhances all plants by contrast and fits into contemporary balconies with a dark dominant.