Planter from old pallet

 

This is the pallet with box attached that we got from the local hardware company, big box store.  They didn't want it  and I thought it would make a planter that Julia could drive up to in her wheelchair.

I had some old Styrofoam from packing boxes that I put in to insulate the sides from the cold Minnesota winters.

 After the insulation I lined the inside with old vinyl siding and aluminum taped the corners to keep the insulation dry.  The bottom has drainage holes in it to let out excess water. 

Then I vinyl sided the whole thing so it would look good  I am using salvaged parts as much as possible.

I bought two pieces of treated trim boards for the top trim to finish it off and protect the edges of the box.  Wild strawberries are already in it.  

Julia putting in the strawberries before the trim, winding day.