SuDS Planters made of Larch

Why We Choose UK Grown Larch for SuDS Planters

Larch is our preferred wood for constructing commercial quality SuDS Planters. They are produced by UK specialist craftsmen using Larch from sustainably grow UK Larch woodlands.

One special property of larch is that it produces its own internal preservative, providing a very long planter life without the use of toxic preservatives. Alternative materials are linked to non-sustainable production issues.

East of Eden Planters have an expected life of up to 20 years, and carry a 5 year warranty against manufacturing defects.

Why We Love Larch

- Natural resistance to decay. Larch produces its own internal natural preservative, hence no need to impregnate the wood with toxic preservatives, as used for other soft woods.

- Aesthetically beautiful timber, which permits high manufacturing standards.

- Impressive stability, with no time distortion.

- Low maintenance.

- Constructed from hand selected Larch from sustainably managed UK woodlands.

- We think that Larch is beautiful as it is, but if you would like to change its colour it takes a stain very well.

The following properties are responsible for the durability of Larch

- High Density and Large Content of Heartwood – Heartwood is denser, less permeable, and more durable than the surrounding sapwood.

- The structural properties of Larch are far superior to treated pine and really are better than any softwood out there. Larch is the hardest softwood around.

- Unlike Cedar, Pine and Redwood, Larch does not need the application of a wood preservative or paint layer to survive the outdoor elements, which with other woods, requires re-applying yearly.

None of these tiresome tasks are required for Larch planters.

Larch has Low 'Embodied Carbon'

Embodied carbon refers to the emissions associated with materials and construction processes throughout the whole lifecycle of a product. In the case of our SuDS Planters, Larch offers a low environmental impact Embodied Carbon option for the following reasons:

- Made from FSC sourced UK grown Larch

- Carbon NeutraInternal graduated perforated drainage pipe system for controlled release with sealed storage area to reduce plastic (recycled) components.

- Installation above ground to reduce installation energy impact.

- Linked directly to drainage system to reduce flash flood impact without being inundated with oil residues, wastes, pesticides etc often released into waterways following storm surges.

-Supports permanent aerial plant growth, which in turn:-

o Promotes carbon sequestration.

o Provides BNG (Biodiversity Net Gain) value of development.

o Enhances aesthetic value of the site – promotes wellbeing.

o Supports biodiversity, including nectar feeders.

o Constructed in the United Kingdom by UK based craftsmen.

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