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Cretan Terracotta Pots

Following the traditions and processes evolved over many Millennia, todays Cretan potters, produce supremely high quality hand thrown terracotta, using only the local clay. Celebrated for its inherent quality, the clay is first washed to remove impurities and mixed with water to achieve the right consistency for shaping.

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Benefits of our Terracotta Pots

• Sustainability
  Cretan terracotta pots are made from outstanding quality natural Cretan clay, which is a sustainable and eco-friendly material. They are free from harmful chemicals and synthetic materials, making them safe for both plants and the environment
• Aesthetics
  Our pots are 100% handcrafted on a potter's wheel without the use of moulds and with minimal tools. It's a far cry from the mass-produced machine-made pots that grace our garden centres and give terracotta a bad name with their poor quality and ease of breakage. Cretan terracotta pots have a distinctive rustic and earthy appeal that adds a touch of elegance and charm to any garden or outdoor space. They can complement different styles of gardens, from traditional to contemporary.
• Durability
  Cretan terracotta pots are renowned for their durability. The high-quality clay used in their production and the high temperature firing/cooling process makes them resistant to cracking, fading, and weathering. They can withstand various weather conditions, including sun, rain, and most importantly, frost, without damage. In fact the unique patina each pot develops outdoors as it ages, is key to their charm
• Plant Health
  The breathability and moisture regulation properties of the porous terracotta used in our Cretan pots creates a healthier environment for plants. The clay walls allow excess moisture to evaporate, preventing waterlogged soil and reducing the risk of fungal diseases. Additionally, the natural insulation properties of Cretan terracotta pots protect plant roots from temperature stress, leading to stronger and more resilient plants.
• Tested through the Ages
  There is a reason Cretan pots have been in continuous production for over 10,000 years – they are simply the best you can buy. The Minoans, Romans, Venetians and Ottomans to name but a few, all recognised quality when they saw it and used these pots for everything from home décor to mass storage of grain, oil and wine. If history could give Trust Pilot reviews, they would all be 5*!

Optional Fibreglass lining
(for interior use only)

We offer full fibreglass lining of the vast majority of our Cretan terracotta pots. Terracotta is naturally porous and even if the drainage hole in a planter is sealed, moisture will still transfer from the terracotta to the flooring, potentially causing damage.

Lining with fibreglass completely seals all the moisture inside the pots and makes them safe to use without saucers indoors on any surface. Fibreglass lining is not recommended for exterior use as the water retention inside the pot means it can freeze and potentially cause the pot to crack.

Cretan terracotta pots should only be used outdoors if they have a working drainage hole and preferably are stood on the terracotta feet we supply.