Absolutely—they’re more common than you might think. A lot of cities and campuses use planter-style trash cans, sometimes called planter bins or concealed litter receptacles, to make waste collection feel less industrial and more integrated into the landscape. The basic idea is simple: the trash can is built into or paired with a planter, so from a distance it reads as landscaping rather than street furniture.
You’ll often see them in parks, plazas, transit stops, office courtyards, and pedestrian zones. Some models have a planter on top with a discreet side opening for litter. Others are larger custom units where the bin sits inside a concrete, steel, or wood planter surround. Many come with removable liners, drainage, and powder-coated finishes, which helps them handle weather and daily use without looking worn out too quickly.
The big advantage is visual blending. A standard metal bin can stand out, but a planter-style unit softens the streetscape and can add greenery at the same time. It can also help reduce windblown litter when the opening is well designed. That said, they need thoughtful placement and regular emptying, because a full bin or poorly drained planter can quickly become a maintenance problem. If you’re looking for them, search for “planter litter bins,” “concealed waste receptacles,” or “landscape-integrated trash cans,” and check with commercial streetscape furniture suppliers rather than only standard municipal bin catalogs.