Rusty garden ornaments

Made of Corten steel, also known as weathering steel, this planter will develop a rusty protective layer against corrosion over time. So not only will it last, the longer it’s outdoors, the better it’ll look. H32cm.

Inject your pots or beds with some rusty joy with this weatherproof obelisk, letting stems scramble up it or using it to support top-heavy blooms. It’s made from steel with a low-maintenance rusted finish, and can be left outdoors all year round. H86cm.

Borders don’t need to be boring. Edged with these rusted metal hoops, they’ll be fashionably defined and will look good even when your plants are having a winter holiday. Handmade from steel with a low-maintenance rusted finish, simply poke them into the soil and leave them to work their magic. H36cm x W39cm.

Ready to plant in your garden or a container, this dahlia sculpture will add all-year-round pet-als, no green fingers required! With a rusty finish that will weather and develop a lovely patina over time, the only question is, will one be enough?!

We predict these weather symbols will go down a storm with visitors to your garden. Hang them where they can be seen, as the untreated steel will naturally rust and change colour over time. Choose from eight designs including Cloud & Sun, Cloud, Thunder, and Snow. Dia12cm.

Whether you go all out with a series of panels to create a screen for some pretty privacy, or spike one into a planter or border for a decorative touch, this simply stylish gem will add so much charm to your outside space. You’ll receive yours in steel form or just starting to rust.

When it comes to ramping up the on-trend rust factor in your garden, this fun statue may just save your bacon! Made from rust-effect cast iron, it has a wonderfully weathered and aged look and is frost-protected and weatherproof too. And if this little piggy stays outdoors, it will continue to age, which in this case, is a good thing! W16cm.

Thought rain was a pain? Think again! You’ll be willing the clouds to open when you’ve got this rain catcher come fountain come sculpture in your garden. Nestle it in a bed or pot and watch the water trickle down the layers. Give your non-rusted rain catcher a spray with salt water when you receive it then watch it rust with time. Head Dia10cm (large), Dia7.5cm (medium), H1m.

If you’re in the market for a new firepit, you can’t go wrong with this oxidised option. Even when not lit, its rusty hues will warm up your patio, then when the temperature drops, add some logs and fire up the toastiness. W47cm.

Give your plants the royal treatment by growing them in these crown planters. We love the contrast of lush green leaves against the antique rusted finish, and why not up the sparkle stakes with a sprinkle of fairylights? H24cm, H35cm and H46cm.

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