Hypertufa is an artificial rock that is frequently used for gardening. They are generally designed as pots since unlike those made from concrete, they are way lighter and they don’t break in the winter. They are also rather appealing because of their rustic porous look, giving them a more natural feel. Hypertufa pots may be used on various kinds of plants but they are particularly beneficial on succulent types.

To create a hypertufa pot, you will need a suitable mold that can hold or contain the plant. Take into account the shape and size of the mold that you will be utilizing for the expected result of your creation. You can utilize sytrofoam chests, trash cans, buckets, cardboard boxes, and even pots as a mold for your hypertufa. Cover your mold with trash bag or if it’s made of plastic, apply oil lubricants to it. This will ensure that you will be capable of taking out the mold later, after your hypertufa solidifies.

The second stage is creating your hypertufa mixture. You will need 1 part Portland cement, 1½ parts peat moss, and 1½ parts perlite for your pot. Combine the ingredients nicely and gradually put water until it reaches the sticky, mud-pie consistency. Then apply the mixture to the mold that you have prepared. It is up to you which part to apply the mixture on but remember that applying it inside will render a pot smaller than your mold while applying it outside can cause a abrasive, uneven bottom to your pot. Do not neglect to include drainage openings under your pot using a stick. Ensure that the mixture does not flow back to cover the holes you recently made.

After applying your mixture, place a plastic bag around your wet pot and let it sit for around three days until finally it hardens. Then take the mold off the hypertufa in a very cautious manner. Roughen the sides getting a wire brush to give it a more natural look. Next, return your pot in the plastic bag and place it once more in a protected location. The pot will be ready in around three weeks time. Keep in mind to leach it initially with water for a few days before planting on it as Portland cement includes large quantities of lime which can be harmful to plants.