Blossom your flora in unparalleled style with the hand molded Prickly Planter! This short, wide belly, mid-size terracotta pot is perfect for small to midsize plants. Available either with solid wrought iron stand or just the terracotta pot. The Prickly's hand-molded design is a blend of organic texture and sophistication. The minimal tazo shape is pronounced with a textured pattern reminiscent of a pineapple; overlaying the entire outer surface of the pot. The coarse terracotta surface is hand-rubbed and painted with the Malto ash finish which compliments the muted terracotta color below. Get ready to authenticate your plant game!

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An Environmentally Sustainable Fabrication Process Utilizing Only Terra Material.
This pot was hand molded and shaped from a specific compound of raw clay. The raw earthen compound is mixed with water until proper consistency. The clay is then cast into large molds. These molds help provide the shape of the pot. Ceramicist then remove from the molds and finish the shaping and sculpting by hand. Once of proper shape and durability the raw earthen vessels are loaded into a large kiln. Kilns are heated naturally by wood and brush. Large to mid-size terracotta pots are heated and cured one piece at a time for 24 to 48hours; depending on the size of the vessel, the temperature of the kiln which varies between 300˚F-600˚F, and other variables. This sustainable artisanal technique has been practiced by indigenous ceramicist of Mexico for several generations.

The simple tazo / mug shaped pot is distinguished with a pineapple like texture. In symmetrical fashion diamond shaped spurs overlay the outer surface of the pot. The prickly pot has 2"thick terracotta walls. Tapping the terracotta surface you can hear the reverberating concrete-like density. A resiliency attributed to quality earthenware pottery making and craftsmanship.