Plant Tip: Transform Terra Cotta Pots
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- Published on Tuesday, July 08 2014 07:30
- Written by BCG Editors
Brand-new terra cotta plant pots can be transformed in just a few short weeks to look like they've been sitting in your garden forever. That "aged" look, consisting of a more subdued orange color, as well as a naturally uneven green patina, brings instant charm to the garden. So here's how to do it. Soak your new, dry terra cotta container in water for 15 minutes. Then spread about 1 cup of plain yogurt on the outside of the pot with a foam brush. Brush more yogurt on other areas than others, and make sure to not make it even (uneven will look more natural). Keep the pot in a cool, moist place in your container garden for four to six weeks. And voila! You have a beautifully aged terra cotta pot.
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