Preparing Your Pots for Planting

All pots, large and small, need some preparation. Plants will live longer and look better if their pots are prepared well. Also consider the weight of your containers to avoid back-breaking lifting after planting.

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Hammering Holes

You can either leave the drilled holes as they are, or tap them with a hammer to make one larger drainage hole. Choose clay containers with a thick base, which is less likely to fracture when hit with a hammer.

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