You have lots of choices when potting plants, and you might think the type of pot or container you use isn't an important decision — but it can actually be pretty significant. Whether potting to grow ...

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While Delaware hasn’t been caught in the grip of a drought, much of the country has been at various times in the last decades. This new book by David Bainbridge fascinated us, partly because it’s ...

Do I really need to move my new terra cotta containers inside for the winter? My gardening friends have advised me to put them in my garage during the cold months. — Sarah Jones, Barrington Many ...

Learn how to paint terra-cotta pots so you can turn plain clay pots into colorful accents for your home. If you're looking for a fun, easy DIY project that you can complete in an afternoon, look no ...

I used some terra cotta containers for the first time this year and heard that I should put them away for the winter. Is this worth doing? Many gardeners use containers to add interest to their ...

Learn how to make adorable clay pot gnomes for your garden using terra cotta and paint! These easy outdoor gnomes are ...

At first glance, the humble terra cotta garden pot isn't anything special. It's been around for thousands of years, used for pottery, roofing, bricks, even sculpture (see the famous warriors and ...

Unglazed terra-cotta pots are great for many reasons. They are inexpensive, attractive, and available in a wide range of sizes. However, they also have their downsides. So, whether you're planning to ...