Concrete containers are rugged and heavy. They don't topple easily, but large ones can be backbreakers if you have to move them.
Pros: They're extremely durable and long-lasting. They offer a classic look and come in a wide range of styles.
Cons: There's a limited color choice, and concrete containers, especially large ones, tend to be expensive.
Hypertufa
Why buy a container when you can make one? Hypertufa is a classic artificial stone product commonly used for making trough gardens.
Pros: You can make a hypertufa container any size, shape, or design you want.
Cons: Hypertufa doesn't offer a lot of color choices and it has to cure it for a month before being used.
Moss and Coconut Fiber
Typically used in wire hanging baskets, you can wrap any frame in moss or coconut fibers to make a container with a decidedly natural look.
Pros: Both moss and coconut fiber liners are inexpensive, commonly available, and easy to use. They're also quite lightweight.
Cons: Moisture evaporates quickly from containers lined with moss or coconut fiber. And they're not durable; you usually have to replace the liner every year or two.
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