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Faiza Saqib

Clay Pot Sealer is the "Unsung Hero" of Container Gardens — Here's How to Use It to Stop Potted Plants Drying Out

A collection of Terracotta plant pots with herbs growing.

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 garden space.

They're one of the most common types of pot, this stylish and chic container gardening pot can be inclined to seep out water a lot quicker than it should — and can, in turn, cause your beloved blooms to dry out. Not to worry though, there is always a solution at hand and clay pot sealers should do the trick. "Clay pot sealers are the unsung heroes of container gardening," says horticulturist Ben McInerney, founder of Go Tree Quotes. "These protective coatings, applied to terracotta or other porous clay pots, act like an invisible shield against the elements. In my years of experience, I've seen firsthand how a simple application of sealer can dramatically improve plant health and pot longevity".

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