The Modesto Planter:
Where Modern Design
Meets the Outdoors
There's a moment when you find a planter that doesn't just hold a plant it reframes the whole space around it. The Modesto is that planter.
Inspired by modern design principles, the Mayne Modesto 32in Tall Planter brings a sculptural quietness to outdoor spaces. Its gently tapered form, angled opening, and subtle textured surface give it a presence that feels intentional — whether it's flanking a front entryway, anchoring a patio corner, or standing alone as a garden focal point.
This month, the Modesto is part of our May Must-Haves — a curated selection of Mayne favourites at their best price of the season. It's the perfect moment to bring one (or two) home.
Its angled opening creates a dynamic visual element that makes plants stand out in a way a traditional planter simply can't.
Designed to Stand Out — and Stand Up
At 32 inches tall, the Modesto isn't trying to disappear into the background. It's a statement. But great design doesn't mean fragile design — and Mayne built the Modesto to handle whatever your climate throws at it.
What's Inside the Design
The dual-wall design provides both structural stability and weather insulation, keeping roots comfortable through temperature extremes.
A removable plug lets you fill the base with sand or gravel — ideal for taller plants or windier spaces.
Designed for all seasons, the Modesto handles rainfall and overwatering gracefully so roots stay healthy.
The deep Black and crisp White finishes are built to hold their colour year after year, without UV degradation.
The Details
| Height | 32 inches |
| Outer Dimensions | 16in L × 16in W × 32in H |
| Inner Dimensions | 13in L × 13in W × 12in H |
| Soil Capacity | 6 gallons |
| Weight | 9 lbs |
| Available Colours | Black, White |
| Origin | Made in the USA |
| Warranty | 15-year limited warranty |
What to Plant in It
The 6-gallon, 13×13in inner planting area gives you real versatility. A few of our favourite pairings for the Modesto's clean, structured aesthetic:
For drama: Ornamental grasses or columnar boxwoods echo the Modesto's vertical line beautifully. For colour: Trailing petunias or bacopa spill over the angled edge with a soft contrast against the matte finish. For year-round interest: Dwarf conifers or evergreen shrubs keep the planter looking intentional even in the off-season.
Pair two Modestos flanking an entryway for a first impression that says exactly the right thing.
May Must-Haves: On Sale Now
The Modesto is included in our May Must-Haves markdown — one of our favourite seasonal events. It's a curated edit of pieces we genuinely believe in, at prices that make it easy to say yes.
Available in Black & White · Free shipping to Canada & continental US
Returns accepted within 30 days · 15-year limited warranty
Whether you're refreshing an entryway, elevating a patio, or treating yourself to a piece that will be there for years to come — the Modesto is ready.