Bergs Helena Low Pot & Saucer, Rosa, 8½"

The Bergs Helena Low Pot & Saucer is a favorite for growing herbs and creating displays of succulents or forced bulbs. The pot is wider than it is tall, and the porosity of the premium terracotta facilitates optimal air exchange and drainage that keeps plants healthy. Use these containers indoors and out, then hand them down to the next generation of gardeners. A single scalloped clay border defines the refined, classic look of the Bergs Helena Pot. The enduring design was inspired by Roberto Rosso, one of Italy’s greatest potters in the 1800s. He, in turn, was inspired by ancient Greek designs so it seems no accident that the pot is named for Greek mythology’s Helena (Helen of Troy). Today, these versatile containers are handcrafted by Bergs Potter in a small village in Italy using premium terracotta clay that has ideal porosity for promoting plant health. The raw (unglazed) terracotta pots change color when watered, an indication that the vessel is “breathing,” or allowing the exchange of air and moisture that helps plants thrive. The saucers of the raw terracotta pots are coated with a subtle silicone finish, making them waterproof while preventing mold. The patina of the pot will change with its contents and the level of moisture, and it is enhanced by age.