Big City Water Butt Planters

Big City Water Butt Planters

Big City Water Butt Planters give gardeners the perfect way to combine decorative planting with large-capacity rainwater storage. These 2-in-1 rainwater tanks and planters let you collect rainwater from your roof while creating a stylish planting feature for your patio or garden. Etills supplies the Big City range for contemporary outdoor spaces. For a smaller option, see our City Water Butt Planters. For an even larger design, browse our Metropolitan Water Butt Planters.

These planters feature a tall cylindrical profile and modern finish options. As a result, they complement contemporary outdoor spaces well. In addition, with a 380-litre storage capacity, they capture and store large amounts of rainwater for watering plants, lawns, and vegetable beds.

Rainwater harvesting is one of the simplest ways to make your garden more sustainable. By collecting rainfall through a standard downpipe diverter, Big City Water Butt Planters give you a free, eco-friendly water source. Furthermore, they help reduce reliance on mains water and support healthier plant growth.

Stylish Large-Capacity Rainwater Harvesting

Big City Water Butt Planters look like decorative garden planters rather than standard plastic water tanks. The large built-in planter bowl at the top holds around 40 litres of planting space. Therefore, you can grow flowers, herbs, or ornamental plants while the tank below stores rainwater.

This design turns rainwater harvesting into a garden feature. Instead of hiding a bulky water butt behind a shed, the Big City planter becomes an attractive focal point. Consequently, it blends easily into patios, courtyards, and landscaped garden areas.

Big City Water Butt Planters come in a range of colours and stone-effect finishes. As a result, they suit both modern and traditional garden designs. Whether you prefer neutral tones such as sandstone or millstone, or vibrant colours like blue or purple, there is a style to match every outdoor space.

Perfect for Patios, Courtyards and Modern Gardens

Despite their large capacity, Big City Water Butt Planters have a slim cylindrical footprint. This makes them ideal for gardens where space is tight. Moreover, the vertical design lets you store large volumes of rainwater without taking up too much ground space.

Typical specifications include:

• Reservoir Capacity: approx. 380 litres
• Height: approx. 1480 mm
• Diameter: approx. 675 mm
• Base Diameter: approx. 520 mm
• Planter Bowl Capacity: approx. 40 litres
• Planter Bowl Dimensions: approx. 175 mm height × 570 mm diameter
• Weight: approx. 15 kg

Overall, this balance of large storage and compact design makes Big City Water Butt Planters perfect for patios, terraces, balconies, and urban gardens.

Durable Build for Long-Term Outdoor Use

Etills makes Big City Water Butt Planters from high-quality MDPE (Medium Density Polyethylene). This robust plastic suits outdoor water storage well. Furthermore, rotational moulding gives each tank excellent strength and keeps its shape even when full. Moreover, the material is UV-stabilised and frost-proof. As a result, it handles harsh weather throughout the year without cracking or fading. In addition, the opaque build limits sunlight entering the tank, which reduces algae growth.

Each planter includes two ½-inch threaded outlets for easy water access. For example, the raised front outlet lets you attach a brass tap for filling watering cans. In addition, the lower outlet lets you drain the tank fully or connect extra water butts for more storage.

Key Benefits of Big City Water Butt Planters

• Large 380-litre rainwater storage capacity
• Built-in 40-litre planter bowl for flowers or herbs
• Slim vertical design ideal for patios and smaller gardens
• Durable UV-stabilised and frost-proof MDPE build
• Raised tap outlet for easy watering can filling
• Lower outlet for draining or linking multiple tanks
• Stylish finishes for modern outdoor spaces

A Decorative and Sustainable Garden Solution

Big City Water Butt Planters give you the perfect mix of decorative planting and efficient rainwater harvesting. They store rainfall while giving you space for vibrant planting displays. In addition, they help create a more sustainable garden without losing style. Overall, whether you place one beside a house wall or use it as a statement planter on a patio, it gives you a practical and attractive solution for modern, water-wise gardening.