Garbage bin box with green roof

Showing 20 products
Graue Mülltonnenbox Dagobert 3er für 240 Liter von BIO Stefan.
Dagobert 3-bin wheelie bin box
From €792,81
Show product
€792,81
Vierer-Mülltonnenbox Dagobert in Anthrazit für 240-Liter-Tonnen.
Dagobert 4-bin wheelie bin box
From €991,26
Show product
Bestseller
€991,26
Dunkle grau 2er Mülltonnenbox von BIO Stefan, Modell Dagobert 240L.
Dagobert 2-bin wheelie bin box
From €549,04
Show product
€549,04
Mülltonnenbox Dagobert 240L in RAL7016 von BIO Stefan.
Dagobert 1-bin wheelie bin box
From €329,00
Show product
€329,00
Fünfer-Mülltonnenbox Dagobert 240L von Bio Stefan, RAL7016 anthrazit-grau.
Dagobert 5-bin wheelie bin box
From €1.429,64
Show product
€1.429,64
Graue Dagobert 6er Mülltonnenbox, Modell RAL7016, für 240-Liter-Behälter.
Dagobert 6-bin wheelie bin box
From €1.652,69
Show product
€1.652,69
Mülltonnenbox „Stahlfred 3“ in RAL 7016 Anthrazitgrau aus Metall, mit drei Fächern.
Stahlfred 3-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €1.879,18
Show product
Up to -20%
€1.879,18 €2.348,98
Graue Stahlfred Mülltonnenbox in RAL7016 mit vier Türen.
Stahlfred 4-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €2.238,41
Show product
Up to -20% Bestseller
€2.238,41 €2.798,02
Vierer-Mülltonnenbox Holzmichl von BIO Stefan in RAL7016 mit Holzverkleidung.
Holzmichl 4-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €2.436,02
Show product
Up to -20%
€2.436,02 €3.045,03
Zweier Mülltonnenbox Stahlfred in Anthrazit RAL7016 von BIO Stefan.
Stahlfred 2-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €1.447,94
Show product
Up to -20%
€1.447,94 €1.809,93
Dreifache BIO Stefan Mülltonnenbox mit Holzoptik, Farbcode RAL7016.
Holzmichl 3-Compartment Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €2.038,94
Show product
Up to -20% Bestseller
€2.038,94 €2.548,68
Fünfer-Mülltonnenbox Stahlfred in RAL 7016 Anthrazitgrau.
Stahlfred 5-bin Wheelie Bin Storage Box
On Sale from €2.556,08
Show product
Up to -20%
€2.556,08 €3.195,10
Bio Stefan Mülltonnenbox für zwei Tonnen aus Holz und Metall in Anthrazit.
Holzmichl Trash Bin Box for 2 Units
On Sale from €1.562,45
Show product
Up to -20%
€1.562,45 €1.953,07
Mülltonnenbox Holzmichl 3, RAL7016, mit Pflanzdach von BIO Stefan.
Holzmichl garbage bin box planting roof combination 120L & 240L
On Sale from €1.710,72
Show product
Up to -20%
€1.710,72 €2.138,40
Stahlfred Mülltonnenbox 3er in RAL 7016 mit Pflanzdach.
Stahlfred garbage bin box plant roof combination 120L & 240L
On Sale from €1.591,04
Show product
Up to -20%
€1.591,04 €1.988,80
Fünffache BIO Stefan Mülltonnenbox aus Holz und Metall in Anthrazitgrau.
Holzmichl 5-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €2.804,47
Show product
Up to -20%
€2.804,47 €3.505,59
Stahlfred Mülltonnenbox in RAL7016 Anthrazitgrau.
Stahlfred 1-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €723,97
Show product
Up to -20%
€723,97 €904,97
Stahlfred Mülltonnenbox 6er, RAL7016, anthrazitgrau.
Stahlfred 6-Unit Trash Bin Box
On Sale from €2.873,74
Show product
Up to -20%
€2.873,74 €3.592,18
Holzmichl 6 RAL7016 Mülltonnenbox von Bio Stefan aus Holz und Metall.
Holzmichl garbage bin box 6er
On Sale from €3.172,92
Show product
Up to -20%
€3.172,92 €3.966,15
Mülltonnenbox aus Holz und Metall von BIO Stefan, Modell Holzmichl, RAL7016.
Holzmichl garbage bin box 1er
On Sale from €781,23
Show product
Up to -20%
€781,23 €976,54

Why a garbage bin box with planted roof makes sense

A garbage bin box with planted roof is a sensible investment for several reasons. In short: order, protection, appearance. And a bit of nature.

The advantages at a glance:

  • It acts like a green finish instead of a "cold" metal box. This fits better with garden, yard, or entrance area.
  • The greening helps improve the microclimate directly at the house.
  • It hides unsightly garbage bins and protects your garbage bins from weather influences and curious eyes.

And the best part? These boxes with planted roof offer space for plants. You can plant them as you like. For example with herbs, ground covers, or sedum.

An effect often underestimated: The greening reduces heat buildup and thus unpleasant odors. You especially notice this in summer.

The systems are available as 1 box, 2 boxes, 3 boxes, or 4 boxes. So from one garbage bin up to 4 garbage bins. Sometimes you also see them as 5er. Depending on the household and waste container, the model fits.

Material and look also play a role:

  • powder-coated in anthracite (RAL 7016)
  • made of steel or as a garbage bin box made of stainless steel

In both cases: robust and durable. So stable, high-quality, and made for outdoor placement.

Types of garbage bin boxes including planted roof

The garbage bin box with plant roof is available in many versions. Different in material, size, appearance, and construction.

A special model is the plantable cover on a garbage bin box offered by BIO Stefan. For example, the models Dagobert, Stahlfred or Holzmichl. These garbage bin boxes with plant roof are made to be practical for protecting the garbage bins and at the same time visually appealing.

Typical variants:

  • stainless steel: very durable, looks clean and high-quality
  • powder-coated steel: often in anthracite (RAL 7016), classic and low-maintenance

Size is also important. Many go for 240l because that's the common standard. There are models for 120 liters, but also for 240 liters.

If you have several bins (like organic waste, residual waste, paper, and yellow bag), a 4 boxes garbage bin box is worthwhile. Or specifically: a box with four doors. This keeps the overall look calm. And you have "everything in one place". Like a small parking garage for bins.

Use of the garbage bin box when a plant roof structure is present

The garbage bin box with plant roof remains just as functional in everyday life as a normal garbage bin box. So you don't change your routine. You just use a nicer cover.

You can choose a model with a front opening. Or a variant with a lid. Although with the plant roof the classic lid is often replaced. The greenery sits on top. The use remains below.

The plant roof is an additional layer. With drainage, substrate, planting. Nothing more. Taking out and putting back the garbage bins works as usual.

A small practical tip from everyday life: I recently helped a neighbor switch. Her concern was: "Do I have to touch the roof every time?" No. You don't have to. The roof just stays up.

How do you throw in the trash?

Daily use hardly differs from a normal garbage bin. Only the access is different:

  • You open the front door of the box.
  • You pull the bin out or tilt it slightly forward.
  • A retaining bar ensures that the bin does not tip over.
  • Then: dispose of waste. Done.

The plant roof on top doesn't get in the way. No fiddling. No extra handles on the roof.

Unlike some classic garbage bin boxes, with garbage bin boxes with a plant roof you often don't need a chain or connection that links the lid of the bin with the box lid. The lid simply isn't the main thing here.

What you get instead? A box that combines functionality and aesthetics well. And that visually conceals the garbage bins attractively.

Plant roof for more sustainability in the front yard

A plant roof is not just decoration. It has a purpose.

  • It brings greenery to a corner that otherwise looks dead.
  • It creates habitat for insects and small garden helpers.
  • It helps with heat. Less bare surface, less heating up.

And honestly: It often makes the entrance area much more appealing. Especially if the box is in view.

Design options for a green oasis

Making the garbage bin box plantable is like a small bed at eye level. Just flatter. And manageable.

You can:

  • Plant herbs (e.g. thyme or chives)
  • Choose ground cover (low maintenance, dense)
  • Change seasonally (spring, summer, autumn)

The choice depends on the location. Sun? Partial shade? How windy? And how often do you want to water?

This turns a simple garbage solution into an eye-catcher. A small green oasis that can beautify the property. Not huge. But visible. And visually better.

Assembly and care of the garbage bin box with plant roof

Assembly is usually straightforward. Still, it’s worth working neatly. Otherwise, it will wobble later.

Typical procedure:

  1. Set up the box. Make sure the ground is firm.
  2. Align. So that doors and side panels run smoothly.
  3. Fasten according to instructions. Often with screws, sometimes screwed to the floor or wall.
  4. Mount planting attachment. Then insert drainage. Then substrate.

Make sure the garbage bin boxes stand stable. Especially with a 4 boxes box, this is important. It carries weight. And if you plant on top, extra load is added.

Care and maintenance of the planting roof

To keep the planting roof looking good in the long term, it needs a bit of routine. Not much. But regularly.

  • refill substrate if it settles
  • water, especially in summer
  • prune depending on plants
  • fertilize if needed

Important: avoid waterlogging. Because waterlogging kills plants quickly. And it makes the roof heavier than necessary.

If you replant seasonally, the appearance stays neat all year round. At the same time, the greenery supports sustainability on a small scale. Not a big statement. But a sensible step.

Accessories for the planting trough

For good water supply, a drainage system is worth its weight in gold. BIO Stefan offers a drainage system specially for the Dagobert planting roof.

The accessories are built with high quality: drainage mat plus perforated distribution plate. This helps with:

  • drainage of excess water
  • even supply
  • protection against root rot
  • less risk of waterlogging

The material is UV- and weather-resistant. So robust and durable. A filter fleece on top is sensible to prevent clogging.

This keeps the planting roof low-maintenance. And the box remains what it should be: stable, functional, and visually convincing.

FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

A garbage bin box with a planted roof combines order and design: The bins disappear, and a green area is created on top instead of a "dead" cover. Depending on the greenery, the roof can provide food for insects and the surface heats up less in summer than bare metal.

It feels a bit like planting a parking lot. Just in a smaller format.

No. The plant roof remains firmly mounted. To empty, you pull out the bins inside. Or you tilt them slightly forward, depending on the model. Soil and plants stay inside. You don't have to dismantle or store anything.

Waterlogging is the most common problem with shallow planting troughs. Too much water means: lack of oxygen. Then root rot threatens.

That is why a drainage layer is needed. For example: drainage mat, separation fleece, substrate. This allows water to drain, the roots remain aerated, and the planting lasts longer. Especially during rainy periods, this makes the difference.