Decorative Terracotta Pots Make Easy Garden Decor
If you like the look of terracotta flowers but can’t afford the high prices you see in gardening magazines and on gardening centers, then you should try container gardening. You don’t need a huge garden to grow mini terracotta plant containers. You can have mini container gardening in any size yard and still flourish. Mini terracotta plant containers are very inexpensive and look fantastic too. Even better, they are the perfect solution for those who don’t have a big garden or one with many trees surrounding their house.
With decorative terracotta pots, you can create whatever miniature garden you would like. You can have a small flower garden inside the shade of your home’s front door, or even in your garage or basement. These pots are the ideal way to create a focal point that brings color and life to your backyard, patio, or balcony. And because these pots are easy on the budget, you can have several on hand and rotate them to mix up the look. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll be amazed at how much color and life can come out of a basic pot and how easy it is to have a beautiful, colorful container garden right outside your back door or in your basement.
So long as you follow the steps correctly, and have the correct tools, you can easily recreate these tiny decorative terracotta pots within 15 minutes. That’s right – this is an excellent way to have a basic, cheap pot and turn it into a beautiful, high-end terracotta vase or running water pot. Simply add a few soil mixes and water and you’ve got yourself a gorgeous container that will look like it cost hundreds of dollars more than it did when you bought it! And you don’t need to be anything more expensive than a standard, non-electronic running water pot.
To make these containers, all you need is some decorative terracotta that’s slightly damaged and an old (or new) pot with no running water. Let’s pretend that you’re using an old ceramic bowl. Use some sandpaper to smooth the outside and remove any sharp edges. If you want, use some decorative paint as well. Add a little dirt and grime and cover the entire surface with some sandpaper to completely seal it.
Now you can begin assembling your terracotta planters. Start by putting one side of the bowl on the ground and then wetting the sandpaper lightly and positioning the pot on the top of the gravel. Firmly press down until the bottom of the container is firmly secure and then add some dirt and/or grime and gently work it in. If there are any cracks, sandpaper them until they’re filled.
Next you can begin placing your decorative terracotta planters on top of your gravel. Add a little bit of soil and continue to pack it in until your soil is securely in place. The idea is to have your pots stay in place without moving around much. This makes cleaning the dirt from underneath them that much easier.
As you fill your pots, don’t forget to fill in the holes too. This will help prevent them from drying out completely. If you’re using plastic pots, use a lid to keep it still and prevent moisture from getting inside. Remember that decorative terracotta pots also make beautiful garden decor. It’s easy to find ways to use them throughout your garden in order to bring a unique decorative element into your space.
There are other types of decorative terracotta planters available but none offer the ease and versatility that these pots do. With a little bit of effort, you’ll have the perfect pot for whatever you’re gardening in your yard. Get started today and enjoy the joys of terracotta.