The orangery bins date from the time of André Le Nôtre, under Louis XIV.
One of the emblematic elements of its gardens is the orangery which represents the image of prosperity and abundance. Castle owners could thus enjoy the delights of warm countries. It is at this time that the term orangery appears. Exotic fruits were “fashionable” at the king’s court and transportation from the place of production was tricky. Rather than planting and replanting these trees twice a year in the open ground, André le Nôtre had the idea of a transportable box where the plant would remain permanently.Because
...Orangery bins are generally rectangular wooden or metal bins, which are used to grow citrus shrubs such as orange, lemon or tangerine trees. These bins are often placed inside greenhouses or orangeries, where shrubs can be protected from the weather and grown under ideal conditions.
Orangery bins are often large and can be decorative, with carved motifs or wrought iron ornaments. They are also designed to provide adequate drainage and air circulation around plant roots. Orangery bins can be used to add a touch of greenery and colour to a garden or terrace, or as a decorative element in an interior space.
Here are some European manufacturers of orangery bins:
Orangerie Greenhouses - United Kingdom Website: https://www.orangeriegardens.com/
Garden Houses Benelux - Netherlands Website: https://www.gardenhouses.nl/
Pfeiffer Orangeriebau - Germany Website: https://www.pfeiffer-orangeriebau.de/
Conservatorie Tropicale - France Website: https://www.conservatoire-tropicale.com/