Lucca pot - raw grey

The Lucca Pot is named after the enchanting Italian city and birthplace of some of Italy’s most famous artists and architectural gems.

The large outdoor pots are available in all the sizes you may need for your garden project, perfect for small trees, shrubs, and perennials. When drained thoroughly, the sturdy raw terracotta pots will withstand rain, frost, and snow, it just needs to be slightly elevated off the ground. 

The Berg’s Potter stamp on its side is an authentic sign of quality. If you take loving care of your pots from Bergs Potter, they can be passed down for generations.

Step by step guide of how to prepare your terracotta pots for the winter:

1. Soil preperation

Make sure that the plants you leave outside during the winter drain well. When potting the plant, add a large piece of curved pottery over the small drainage hole to prevent rocks or dirt from becoming stuck in the hole. Fill the first quarter of the pot with drainage stones before adding soil. This will aid in the drainage of the soil.

2. Drain excess water

Remove the saucer so that excess water doesn’t freeze or damage the roots.

3. Pot feet

Place pot feet, small rocks or wooden blocks beneath the pot to raise it at least 2 cm above the ground. The water will then be able to drain before it freezes.

4. Insulate

If you live in an area with frequent rain or sudden temperature changes and have a larger pot, we suggest protecting it from snow and rain. If it gets very cold, we recommend that you add an insulating layer of bubble wrap, fleece, or hessian. Please be aware that pockets of frost may occur, so it’s advisable to take precautions. Wrap the insulating material around the pot and secure it tightly with string to ensure complete sealing.

5. Shelter

Make sure the pot is in a protected area, like against the wall of your house, porch or balcony. To avoid any potential cracks or marks when they freeze, it is best not to move your pots around during the winter.