FAQ's
Have a new plant baby? Looking for the perfect pot? Overwhelmed by the hundreds of options of pots? I’ve been there. That’s why I keep going back to a classic – terracotta pots!
Yes, the porosity of terracotta is great for plants that need good drainage and are prone to root rot. It’s also a good option for plants that need to be brought inside in cold weather because terracotta can be used inside and outside.
Terracotta is ideal for plants that do poorly in very moist soil, like succulents, cacti, snake plants, monstera, ficus, philodendron and more. If you’re considering a plant, look at the care instructions; if it prefers dry soil, terracotta is probably a good choice.
Terracotta is not waterproof. It’s porous and absorbent, so it will take in water that you pour into the soil. This is also why I recommend a plastic saucer instead of a terracotta saucer. The terracotta saucer will still allow water to slowly leak onto the surface below it.
This depends on the type of plant and the size of your pot! Smaller terracotta plants might dry out too fast for your small plant that is still getting established. You have to be more vigilant with watering (or at least checking the soil) when you’re getting used to terracotta or your plants are young.
