Terracotta pots are classic and can be very inexpensive. But there are 3 things you must do when using these planters!
01 Soak your pot
02 Use a coffee filter
03 Use a plastic saucer under your pot
01
Soak your terracotta pots in the sink for at least 30 minutes before using them. This will keep the pot from stealing water from your plants.
Put a coffee filter in the bottom of the pot to cover the drainage hole and keep soil from falling out.
03
Terracotta saucers will leak and ruin some surfaces, so use a plastic saucer with your terracotta pots.