Garden Pots Galore
Garden pots are an easy way to decorate and liven up your home or office. Even the garden itself benefits from potted plants; especially large garden pots, which add height and interest among the earth-level flowers and repetitive bushes. Garden pots and planters make alternating seasonal flowers a cinch. But, technicalities aside, pots and planters are beautiful in themselves. Whatever style you find, each pot has a unique character and charm.
What is the garden pot for you? Let’s look at some popular choices.
Plastic garden pots: These are the simplest gardening pots around. Some are very disposable, others are heavy-duty durable plastics that are attractive, as well. Cheap plastic pots are good for transporting plants and short term use. Heavy duty plastics can be used for long term growth, as well. Depending on quality and size, you can find pots for as cheap as 20 cents up to $9 per pot.
Stone garden pots: Exceptionally decorative with a stately appearance. Most often used for large indoor plants or patio and garden decorative plants. You’ll find them from small, simple stone bowls all the way to intricately carved and embossed pots. Prices will range anywhere from $25 into the hundreds of dollars.
Ceramic garden pots: Ceramic is clay, and all clays harmonize beautifully with garden greenery. Ceramic pots can be thrown to different shapes and sizes, however, and be painted or glazed in a rainbow of colors. Glazed pots may look especially pretty in a sunlit kitchen or in sunny windowsills. Hand-thrown ceramic pots will vary in price from $10 or $15, into the hundreds.
Terracotta garden pots: Terracotta are those highly popular Indian red clay pots. Terracotta is very durable and the earthy tones are a charming touch amongst flowers and plants of all heights or colors. Small, plain terracotta pots can be as cheap as $3 or $4. Large and decorative pots can rocket from $50 into the hundreds, as well.
Whatever style of pots you buy, you’ll want to make sure that they’re fit for plant life. Garden pots should all have drainage holes for excess water. Don’t drown your greenery. Outdoor pots should have broad bases so as not to tip easily. For indoor plants, look for plates to catch that water and spilling dirt. Depending on your climate, you may want pots that guarantee weather resistance, especially against frost. Most importantly, the plants you put in them should be beautiful.
