A bit of history…

The first orange tree boxes were invented in the 17th century at Versailles by André le Nôtre, gardener to Louis XIV. Exotic fruits, oranges, lemons and dates were trendy at the court of the Sun King and their transport from distant production sites often proved uncertain. The trees were then brought directly to Versailles and due to the harsh Versailles winters, these plants required the construction of greenhouses where they could find refuge from November to April.

Tired of planting and replanting these trees twice a year in the ground, André le Nôtre had the idea of a transportable box where the plant would remain permanently.

Due to the numerous manipulations and the weights transported, orange tree boxes had to offer great strength at the time.

The design of our planter boxes today offers incomparable strength and longevity: indestructible galvanized steel frame and reinforcements.

Eric Vogelzang

Graduate of the School of Commerce and Administration of Paris 5, sales engineer in a communication agency, Eric Vogelzang created the Sas Vogelzang in 1994.

Passionate about decoration and gardening, Eric Vogelzang ensures the creation of a range of garden furniture and the management of 4 online sales websites directly with his customers.