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First of all, decide whether your pot is going to live indoors or outdoors. Stone or concrete is a good choice for outdoor pots that will be exposed to the elements. They tend to be a bit heavier so it's a good idea to place them where they won't need to move. Indoor pots tend to be more lightweight so they can be easily moved according to your style.
Tuscan Path have a great range of pots to choose from in all sorts of designs, colours and styles. Choose a pot that'll suit your style and your home. Timeless and traditional, or contemporary and chic? There are pots to suit every taste.
Obviously, all plants need room to grow. So it's important to get your plant-to-pot ratio right. For the sake of the plant, choose a pot that'll provide enough height and depth to hold the plant. Also, make sure the pot isn't too big or small for the plant as this will look a bit odd.
There are now lightweight pots made of plastic composite materials that are absolutely perfect for small spaces and apartment balcony living. These include the Tuscan Path Stone Art range, which are a stone and plastic blend and the Tuscan Path Stream Lite range, which are a concrete and plastic blend. There's also the Tuscan Path Harper pot, which is a fibreglass pot that is a lightweight and incredibly stylish option for balcony gardens or indoors.
Tuscan Path have pots made of natural materials like timber and terracotta, which will age gracefully and grow in character. Pots made of materials like glass reinforced cement or timber composites offer a natural look with the added bonus of being durable, hard-wearing and even UV-resistant.
All plants need adequate drainage, otherwise they'll drown in excess water. Outdoor pots should have at least one drainage hole to ensure water can run freely through the soil and out the bottom. Indoor pots will generally not have a drainage hole, with the plant generally kept in its plastic pot using the decorative or 'cache' pot as the saucer.
For more great balcony and courtyard garden ideas, check out our full range of pots from Tuscan Path.
Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.
When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.
