as in farmers
a person who cultivates the land and grows crops on it
the planters are too busy around harvest time to pay the tourists much mind
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Gifford says that in some cases, freezing temperatures can damage your planters.
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Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
Concrete and Metal Planters Concrete and metal planters are typically freeze-resistant and would be considered the most durable to be overwintered.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
The dense evergreen foliage shines year-round, providing a bright accent or specimen for entryway gardens and patio planters.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024
If passed as is, flag planters at Ohio Stadium could be found guilty of a fifth-degree felony, which could be punishable with jail time and a fine.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
The cheerful giraffe is one of several animal planters to choose from, with other options including an adorable dachshund, spiky hedgehog and sly fox.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 3 Dec. 2024
Browse additional deals on rugs, planters, and bath accessories.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
The annual sale is filled with major markdowns on home decor like mirrors and planters, indoor and outdoor furniture, and garden essentials like solar lighting and birdbaths from our Better Homes & Gardens collection.
—Lauren Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2024
Chopped autumn leaves can also be mixed directly into garden beds or planters to serve as a slow-release fertilizer.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2024
Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
Concrete and Metal Planters Concrete and metal planters are typically freeze-resistant and would be considered the most durable to be overwintered.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 22 Dec. 2024
The dense evergreen foliage shines year-round, providing a bright accent or specimen for entryway gardens and patio planters.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 11 Dec. 2024
If passed as is, flag planters at Ohio Stadium could be found guilty of a fifth-degree felony, which could be punishable with jail time and a fine.
—Paulina Dedaj, Fox News, 11 Dec. 2024
The cheerful giraffe is one of several animal planters to choose from, with other options including an adorable dachshund, spiky hedgehog and sly fox.
—Catherine Garcia, theweek, 3 Dec. 2024
Browse additional deals on rugs, planters, and bath accessories.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 29 Nov. 2024
The annual sale is filled with major markdowns on home decor like mirrors and planters, indoor and outdoor furniture, and garden essentials like solar lighting and birdbaths from our Better Homes & Gardens collection.
—Lauren Fischer, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Oct. 2024
Chopped autumn leaves can also be mixed directly into garden beds or planters to serve as a slow-release fertilizer.
—Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Oct. 2024
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“Planters.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/planters. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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