Gordon Ellis & Co is a 120-year-old UK manufacturer of high quality wood and plastic products including planters, street furniture, and more. Their product catalogue includes floor standing planters, barrier baskets, and street furniture. They pride themselves on their craftsmanship, flexibility to custom orders, and long-lasting products. Their plastic and wooden planters and grit bins come in a variety of styles, sizes, and color options.
1. Product Catalogue
Floor Standing Planters
Barrier Baskets
Street Furniture
2. About our Company
Welcome
Gordon Ellis and Co. has been established since 1893,
manufacturing high quality products in wood and plastic.
We’re professional
We’ve gained an enviable reputation for innovation and working to meet our customers’
diverse needs. Our woodworking and plastic moulding skills were originally developed in the
rehabilitation/medical market, which demands the highest quality.
We’re friendly
Our team is always happy to take a phone call to provide information or talk about your
requirements, whether it’s about one of our standard products, or changes to colours, designs or
finishes.
We’re flexible
You don’t need to settle for ‘nearly right’ as we can accommodate almost any request. If you need
a custom size of wooden planter, a particular colour or finish, or even an entirely bespoke project,
our designers can work with you to tailor a product to your exact specification.
To contact us:
Call 01332 856 039
Email info@geviews.co.uk
Why choose us?
Visit us online:
- Deal direct with the manufacturer
- 120 years of experience
- Skilled designers and production
- Based in the UK
Dealing with the manufacturer means
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quality service without a middle man.
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3. Newforest Planters
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Our Newforest planters have the colour,
finish and texture of wood with all the
strength and durability of plastic.
The wood effect planter helps your budget
stretch even further, bringing the style of wood
closer to the price of a standard plastic planter.
Contact us for more information or for samples
of this incredible new innovation.
New & Exclusive to geViews
Realistic Finish Six reasons to switch
1. The long life of a plastic planter, with the
visual appeal of wood.
2. Water reservoir allows watering less
often than a wooden planter.
3. Lower cost to purchase than wood, but
same attractive appearance.
4. UV stable so it won’t fade over time,
unlike some wooden planters.
5. 100% recyclable material.
6. Lower ongoing maintenance costs, no
painting required. Excellent impact and
fracture resistance.
The convincing grain and colour effect Size (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 800 (LWH)
can be hard to tell from real wood. Capacity: 140 L water, 211 L soil
Newforest Planter
New to geViews? Pg 3
Plastic Planters Pg 4-6
We make planters in plastic, wood and
our new wood effect plastic. Wooden Planters Pg 7-9
We also make street furniture including grit bins. Street Furniture Pg 10
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4. Plastic Planters
Plant Pagoda
- Instant eye-catching colour
- Ideal for entrances or city centres
- Any size from one to seven tiers
Our Plant Pagoda is a high-impact planter, immediately
grabbing attention and giving colour to both urban and
rural areas. When planted it boasts a beautiful display
of flowers and plants with no gaps between tiers.
Water is stored internally which, combined with
capillary matting, dramatically cuts down on the time
spent watering.
Your flowers and plants can be displayed on up to
seven tiers, or just one, giving a versatile choice from
half a metre up to an amazing two metres tall.
How many tiers?
Available in all our colours, see back page.
We can accommodate requests for
other tier configurations,
please contact us for details.
2 tiers 3 tiers 4 tiers
1090x1090x710 mm 1090x1090x960 mm 1090x1090x1210 mm
Soil capacity 130 L Soil capacity 154 L Soil capacity 236 L Base Footprint
5 tiers 6 tiers 7 tiers
1090x1090x1460 mm 1090x1090x1710 mm 1090x1090x1960 mm
Soil capacity 284 L Soil capacity 308 L Soil capacity 390 L 1090 mm x 1090 mm
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5. Plastic Planters
Barrier Basket
- Brightens up a barrier
or fence
- Groove prevents water
staining
- Level on a slope
Our barrier basket is eye-catching and has a host of
clever design features, such as levelling height adjustment, to
ensure the basket and water are level on a slope. Each basket uses a
universal bracket to fit a wide variety of railings, and has a water reservoir and
capillary matting allowing days between watering.
Size (mm): 1300 x 405 x 305 (LWH)
Capacity: 29 L water, 49 L soil Available in all our colours, see back page.
Basket Liner
Keep your baskets beautiful
all year round
The liner allows planting all year,
with finger points giving quick
removal for winter or summer -
giving an immediate and striking
change of colour.
Each basket accommodates two liners,
easily secured with cable ties.
Size (mm): 600 x 300 x 170 (LWH)
- Easily accessible water point and capillary matting
A better basket minimise maintenance and make watering easier.
- No need to buy special liner screws or brackets, just
We’ve carefully designed our
use inexpensive cable ties.
barrier basket to save both
- Our levelling brackets mean the water is level through
time and money.
the whole basket, even if installed on a slope.
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6. Plastic Planters
1m Octagonal Planter
- Robust construction for long life
- Smooth edges so flowers can flow over
- Forklift runners for easy transport
Ideal for brightening any public space, our Octagonal
Planter is built to be tough in the winter ice and
summer heat.
Your plants and flowers will look fantastic showcased by
our planter, which, thanks to its solid body colour, will keep
on looking good as marks from bumps or scratches
are minimised.
Size (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 770 (LWH)
Capacity: 137 L water, 200 L soil Available in all our colours, see back page.
1m Square Planter
Our 1m Square is a sturdy and attractive
planter, carefully designed to be low
maintenance. As with all our plastic
planters, our clever capillary matting
means it can last days without watering
and it is made from 100% recyclable materials.
The Square and Octagonal share the same
design, meaning they won’t look out of place
near each other.
Both have areas for a logo or advert, which
means your planter could be paying for itself.
Size (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 770 (LWH)
Capacity: 175 L water, 225 L soil Available in all our colours, see back page.
Easy to water and easy
on the eye
We offer several ways
to add a unique touch to Optional Wide range of Stone effect Moulded-in or
your plastic planter. Gold tape colours finishes panel logos
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7. Smartclad Surrounds
Smartclad Surrounds
Our Smartclad is the clever way to give extra style and life to a plastic planter.
These quality wood frames fit easily over the existing planter, adding a sophisticated real
wood finish to the practicality and durability of our plastic planters. We have two standard
sizes, but can produce a bespoke Smartclad to fit your existing planter.
The Smartclad range is available in any of our timbers. (See price list for details)
Octagon Smartclad
Fits our standard
1m Octagonal Planter
Square Smartclad
Fits our 1m Square Planter
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8. Wooden Planters
1m Square Planter
- Eye-catching design
- Quality craftsmanship
- Range of timber choices
Make an impression with our
beautiful wooden planters. We
provide a range of attractive
timbers, including wood sourced
with the environment in mind, so
you can select the best wood to
complement the planter’s
surroundings.
Standard sizes: 1, 1.25, 1.5 m
Other sizes available on request.
Built to last
Our wooden planters are designed to give long service with low maintenance.
By using only high quality natural materials, they bring a sophisticated look to any street or park.
Each features an internal protective membrane.
We have chosen our wood supplier with care, ensuring that all our wood stocks are based on
well-managed forests. This also allows us to offer timber from an FSC certified supplier, alongside
our standard timbers.
The range of standard sizes include 1m, 1.25m and 1.5m Square, 1m and 1.5m Octagonal,
although we can produce planters to any size. If you need a particular size that can’t be met
by our standard range, please contact us to discuss your needs.
Size (mm): 1000 x 1000 x 870 (LWH) Capacity: 545 L soil
Size (mm): 1250 x 1250 x 870 (LWH) Capacity: 885 L soil
Size (mm): 1500 x 1500 x 870 (LWH) Capacity: 1308 L soil
Good in every environment
and a good choice for the planet
We are pleased to offer wood from an FSC accredited supplier,
which is not just attractive and durable, but also has the added
assurance of responsible sourcing. Ask us for more details.
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9. Wooden Planters
1m Octagonal
Built to the same high quality
specification as our 1m Square,
featuring an internal protective
membrane and your choice of
timber.
Should you need more space, we
also offer a 1.5m Octagonal to fit
more plants and flowers.
Size (mm):
1000 x 1000 x 870 (LWH)
Capacity:
465 L soil
1.5m Octagonal
Available as a larger 1.5m Octagonal.
Elongated sides mean that it still fits neatly on a
pavement, but gives more space for your plants.
Size (mm): 1500 x 1000 x 870 (LWH)
Capacity: 770 L soil
Traditional Craftsmanship
We have been manufacturing in wood since the
1800s and are still proudly family-owned today.
Every planter we sell is made by our highly experienced
craftsmen at our factory near Derby, an ideal central
location. We have come a long way since our small
beginnings making window frames. Today we make
use of CNC machines and computer aided design to
ensure our planters are all produced to the same
high standards of finish and durability.
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10. Street Furniture
Grit Bin
- Large 400 litre capacity
- Stackable and transportable
- Can be made in any colour
Our 400 litre grit bin is built to resist
whatever the elements throw at it. Due to
its sloping lid it collects less rainwater or
litter. It is incredibly sturdy due to box
sections around the lid, meaning it closes
perfectly without distortion and will not
topple over. It can be moved easily using
the forklift runners.
Stackable Clever Design
Stable stacking, up to four units high. Our aim was to create the best possible grit
bin - here are its unique features:
The lid’s moulded hasp makes
it quick to secure with a padlock
and resistant to corrosion.
A robust hinge for long
service life.
Sloping lid collects less water,
leaves or litter.
Forklift runners for ease of
transport.
Space for your logo or brand.
Size (mm): 1520 x 970 x 775 (LWH)
Capacity: 400 L
Solid body colour makes it
resistant to scuffs and marks
Available in all our colours, see back page.
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11. Colour Options
These printed colours should be used as a guide only.
A wide choice of colours
Traditional, bright and bold or something completely different?
Here are our standard colours and finishes. Please call us if you need a specific colour.
Traditional Colours
Dark Light Dark Dark Brown Light Black White
Grey Grey Blue Green Green
Bold Colours
Orange Yellow Red Purple Pink Light
Blue
Stone Colours
Granite Sand Green White Millstone
Stone Marble Marble
These printed colours should be used as a guide only.
These printed colours should be used as a guide only.
Quality at every stage
In Production Easy Ordering Long Service Life
- ISO Certified - UK based - Durable
Gordon Ellis & Co is proud to Our sales and design teams Our wooden and moulded
hold ISO 9000 certification are happy to help with any polyethylene planters are ready
questions you may have. for the outdoors - proven to be
- Direct from the factory
tough and impact resistant.
We make all our own range, - All products online
which means we can keep a Our comprehensive website - Lasting Colours
close eye on the quality. means you can find details for As the main colour is solid
all our products any time. throughout our plastic planters,
- Years of experience
it doesn’t need re-painting and
Our company has been trading
minimises the appearance of
for 120 years.
scratches.
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12. geViews
Gordon Ellis & Co, Trent Lane,
Castle Donington, Derby DE74 2PY
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F 01332 850 830
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W www.geviews.co.uk
Please note: all measurements and colours are approximate.
Unless stated otherwise, product images are graphic illustrations only.
We may make alterations and improvements to our product range without notification.