Frequently Asked Questions

Our new Cretan Pots are fired to ultra high temperatures of 1200 degrees centigrade. The higher the firing temperature, the more frost proof terracotta pots are. Regular pots which you can buy in Garden Centres are usually fired to about 600 degrees. So yes, absolutely, our Cretan Pots are Guaranteed Frost Proof.

Because our antique storage pots are between 80 and 200 years old and are from warmer, milder climates, they are generally not resistant to frost when they are left outside in the winter, filled with earth and plants. Most of our antique pots are purchased for use as feature items in the home in conservatories, hallways and lounges. Or for hotels and restaurants. But if you wish to use them outdoors, they should be taken into a greenhouse, garage or shed during the winter months. However, all our new Cretian Terracotta Pots are guaranteed to be frost-proof for outside use.

Yes, all our new Cretan Pots have a drainage hole in the bottom. The only exception are our shallow Alpine Planters, which do not need a drainage hole.

All our new Cretan Pots are ready to be planted up and used outside. The pots do not need to be treated in any way before being used.

You are most welcome to view our range of pots by appointment. You can collect your pot directly from us or we can arrange delivery to anywhere in the Mainland UK for an additional charge. Please contact if you would like to discuss delivery options. WE OFFER FREE LOCAL DELIVERY WITHIN A 10 MILE RADIUS OF OUR PREMISES AT TITCHFIELD, HAMPSHIRE.

Of course, if your product is damaged during transit, or you are unhappy with your purchase, we will be happy to replace it or to arrange a full refund. We will cover the costs of return and redelivery. If you change your mind about a purchase, we will be happy to refund you, but the cost of returning the product to us will be at your expense.