Choose a sunny wall or fence with at least six hours of direct sunshine daily. Next, choose plants: succulents and herbs work well in tiny pots, while ivy and sweet potato vines work well in bigger pots.
Consider pot size, form, and plant kind when picking plants for big terra clay planters. Consider a tall, narrow container for a tree or shrub and a larger, shallower pot for annuals or perennials.
You don't have to throw away an old terracotta pot that has seen better days. Instead, make it into a stylish fake bois planter. This is an artistic method called "faux bois," which means "fake wood" in French.
You can also use terra cotta pots to add a touch of whimsy to your decor. For example, you could paint a pot to look like a cute animal or character or use a pot as a base for a DIY candle holder. The possibilities are endless!
Turn terra cotta planters into water features for a unique garden feature. Filling a huge terra cotta pot with water and adding a tiny submersible pump creates a basic water fountain. The water will flow through the pot.
Make a water feature using terra cotta planters for a unique garden feature. Fill a huge terra cotta pot with water and add a tiny submersible pump for a basic water fountain. Flowing water through the pot and over the sides.
If you love the idea of cooking pizzas in a wood-fired oven but don t have the space or budget for a full-size oven, consider turning a terra cotta pot into a mini pizza oven.
Herb gardens give fresh, homegrown flavor to meals, and terra cotta pots are ideal for indoor herb gardening. Filling a big terra cotta planter with well-draining soil and herb plants creates a basic herb garden.