Guttering gallery

Underwhelming modern guttering can be transformed with vinyl dye or paint, so if you have some spare lengths, it’s worth buying the extra stops or brackets required to make these nifty wall planters.

HOW TO MAKE IT Cut your guttering to your desired length and dye or paint to the chosen colour. Treat stops and brackets to match and, once dry, secure in place. Fill with compost and add shallow-rooted plants, such as sedums and trailing ivy, which will grow happily. You could also sow herbs such as parsley, chives or thyme. Keep well watered, especially if under the shelter of an overhanging roof.