While Delaware hasn’t been caught in the grip of a drought, much of the country has been at various times in the last decades. This new book by David Bainbridge fascinated us, partly because it’s ...

Clay pots truly have a way of elevating and uplifting outdoor decor. It's a timeless classic with homely rustic tones of terracotta, which pairs beautifully with the bright green foliage gracing your ...

At first glance, the humble terra cotta garden pot isn't anything special. It's been around for thousands of years, used for pottery, roofing, bricks, even sculpture (see the famous warriors and ...

Like many objects of value, terra cotta pots take on character as they age. The clay darkens, assuming a whitish cast from fertilizers and the minerals in water. When kept in the shade and watered ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." While there are many free benefits to gardening—exercise, Vitamin D, reducing stress, connecting with ...

Make this cute clay pot spider using a terra cotta clay pot and a few other supplies. Wipe your terra cotta pot with a damp cloth, and let it dry completely. Paint the pot black. Once the paint is dry ...

Terracotta pots are a welcome addition to most gardens, but notoriously become covered in a white residue over time. The porosity of these clay containers offers many advantages for growing strong and ...