A Raised planters placed directly on your deck can even double as railing on smaller decks, depending on your local building codes. Just be sure to keep ADA-compliant handrails on stairs and ramps. These are easy to build or purchase pre-fabricated for an easy install.

A Punch drain holes in the bottom of the tin if needed. Punch a hole through the can's upper rim and zip tie to the inside of the railing (much safer if the zip tie ever breaks). Fill with dirt, plant some herbs or flowers, and enjoy!

A A deck-rail planter fits snugly on standard 2"x4" and 2"x6" deck rails. Don't forget to drill holes in the bottom for drainage —the spots for drainage holes are clearly marked. To complement the deck-rail planter, add a large square pot. 1.

A 5 Ways to Attach Pots to Railings
1.Use rope or chain. You can tie the pot to the railing, but it's important to use durable material. ...
2.Use screws. There are special fasteners that you can screw into the railing using self-tapping screws. ...
3.Use brackets. ...
4.Use straddle pots. ...
5.Use homemade rails with fasteners.