How to Make Hypertufa Pots

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  • Опубликовано: 5 янв 2025

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  • @JustAboutAnything66
    @JustAboutAnything66 4 года назад +37

    If you want to make it more durable, In addition to pearlite, peat moss and cement, add 1 part sand as well. Sand gives it more of a stone look too.
    Also, during the curing time keep it wet covered in a plastic. That gives it maximum strength.
    If you plan on carving it before it gets too hard, which I do, Sift through your peat moss to get out any large chunks and sticks.

  • @soulsearcher6229
    @soulsearcher6229 4 года назад +21

    Mam.. use Hot water while taking out the dried concrete pot... Hot water makes plastic outer basket to expand.. so than concrete pot easily comes out...

  • @plips71755
    @plips71755 6 лет назад +41

    The purpose of these is to look like old stone troughs - and were originally used to mimic England’s old stone planters to plant alpines or other alkaline soil lovers. Another words - azaleas and acid lovers won’t be happy until a few years or so have gone by to leach the lime from the portland cement out or to amend the beds and test soil. It is the same situation with why you don’t plant azaleas etc right next to fresh concrete foundations. Also I think this is basically a cement pot - too much cement in the mix. The recipe garden clubs and Fine Gardening Magazine suggests is 2 parts portland cement to 3 of perlite and peat plus a handful of reinforcing fibers for added strengths. Or a 1 part portland to 1 1/2 each perlite and peat. Look I understand the eco issue on peat moss however most that we get is from canada and they are pretty strict on harvesting, and replanting because they don’t want to lose the source. The US doesn’t seem to have any restrictions but we don’t have much anyway so not a commercial venture. Use alternatives when you can but I’m now fairly convinced of Canada’s commitment to limited harvest and replant even if individual companies might be greedy. You can try coir fiber or the cocopeat but it would give you a different look and salt is an issue - coconuts grow in high salt ie beach and salt water.. You would want to soak/drain/repeat any coconut product a lot before using as salts kill plant roots. For orchids, even the coco chips that states is soaked, we soak again for a few days and drain a couple times. The stuff in high quality potting (read more expensive) mixes has been adequately soaked and buffered like ProMix but most growers like to flush it pretty well. Back to the pots - you can mix median length 3-5 inc spagnum moss in the mix or shredded paper. When it dries up and falls out - it will leave a very textured surface too. The reinforcing mesh Fine Gardening suggests is for strength not looks. In terms of how much cement - it depends on the look you want and the weight. The more portland cement - the more weight. Also the more cement, the higher the ph will be and the more alkaline it will be in terms of leaching. It all depends on what you want to grow and the weight you want to move. The weight is why we don’t use a standard concrete mix which is cement plus sand and aggregates.
    Here are 2 links - one is using the mix to cover thick styrafoam planters - www.finegardening.com/article/peg-shares-her-hypertufa-secrets
    And their original which includes 2 step curing, leaching method - www.finegardening.com/article/make-a-hypertufa-trough
    And for aging your regular clay pots for the traditional moss grow that costs a fortune to buy already done - There are prepared moss milkshake products and all kinds of moss - Moss Acres. If you want to use hypertufa pots to grow moss on the outside for shade growers etc - let it sit for a year or two or better, use it for a couple of yrs with alpines before transitioning to shade and moss. Most mosses like lower ph more acid conditions under 5.0 (really 4.5 and under) and will be difficult on new hypertufa or even new concrete which will be in the high 7s to 9s. The peat moss will help in lowering ph of the mix but not much. But you can play with your regular clay pots - just soak well, keep in shade - use an old blender with moss from your yard or purchase and blend with buttermilk, yogurt, beer, and paint on. Keep damp and in the shade. Full instructions -
    theherbgardener.blogspot.com/2009/06/growing-moss-on-garden-pots.html

    • @SpecialSP
      @SpecialSP 4 года назад +2

      @rosebudforglory - thank you for this information.
      When something becomes a "thing," the historical information gets lost.

    • @saluto1397
      @saluto1397 4 года назад +2

      I checked the herb gardner. Is it being suggested that a moss smoothie be made ,which will then grow up as moss ? Does this work with 'star' moss

    • @SpecialSP
      @SpecialSP 4 года назад +1

      @@saluto1397 I would think so. My daughter has done this a couple of times.

    • @zalaikertem
      @zalaikertem Год назад

      Thank you❤

  • @friasinorlando
    @friasinorlando 6 лет назад +11

    Thank you for simplifying the process, specially the mixing a portions of ingredients

  • @mariaelenairizarry149
    @mariaelenairizarry149 2 месяца назад

    🙏🏼❤ I always want to know how to do it thank you for sharing and I miss the magazine your company sent every month. I always look forward to getting them and send it to the mail or you could pick it up at the store. I wish you could bring it back. You gave me and family's , friends a lot of the idea.😊Lowe's Home magazine, and I couldn't find my magazine no more when I moved out those years ago God bless and be safe

  • @karolynkolker6088
    @karolynkolker6088 11 месяцев назад +2

    Did it dry lighter over the weeks? I like the lighter color.

  • @annkelly7916
    @annkelly7916 2 года назад +5

    I wished had shown how you made the drainage hole in the bottom of the pot

    • @freyalove3831
      @freyalove3831 5 месяцев назад

      You can use foam to make holes. If you are making a planter cut a small size pool noodle. Small planter I use soft foam to curl your hair. Any dollar tree has it.

  • @Rosieposie234
    @Rosieposie234 2 года назад +4

    Can we use coco peat instead of peat moss?

  • @lorv8628
    @lorv8628 Год назад +1

    Does it matter whether it is Type I or Type II Portland Cement? What's the difference?

  • @davidhefner5668
    @davidhefner5668 7 лет назад +46

    I made this stuff over 50 years ago. You can also carve it with a chisel and hammer. I made a tiki statue.

    • @JyotiKarnik1961
      @JyotiKarnik1961 5 лет назад

      and it didnt break?

    • @saluto1397
      @saluto1397 4 года назад

      Are these stong enough and does water damage it

    • @happybuddyperson
      @happybuddyperson 4 года назад +3

      @@saluto1397 If they sit in water that freezes and thaws, they will eventually crack

  • @kurtcoussement2759
    @kurtcoussement2759 2 года назад

    How can i Made the concrete with bigger holes , recept or mixes are welkom

  • @Padraigp
    @Padraigp Год назад

    Can you use hydraulic lime for these.

  • @hammermantbg
    @hammermantbg 5 лет назад +1

    You can use a cottage cheese container as a form and check the mixture's consistency to boot

  • @Stephen_Strange
    @Stephen_Strange 9 месяцев назад

    What is the substitute for peat moss and coir - I can't get either where I am.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  9 месяцев назад

      Coconut Coir, pine needles, manure, compost, or even leaf mold. You can bag your leaves and allow them to decompose to add to your soil mixture.

    • @wayneessar7489
      @wayneessar7489 2 месяца назад

      Lithuanian peat is available in your area.

  • @JasonSipe16
    @JasonSipe16 11 лет назад +11

    This is a really nice tutorial on 'tufa. Thanks for posting. I show how to make hypertufa pots and leaf sculptures on my blog, Make It With Jason, if you want to learn more.

    • @jjpops619
      @jjpops619 4 года назад

      Are these ideal for large pots, at least 15x15 in?

  • @emeldaintongsolana6947
    @emeldaintongsolana6947 4 года назад +1

    Super nice,artistic and creative...love it!God bless your Chanel friend...

  • @jjpops619
    @jjpops619 4 года назад +2

    How strong are these? Will it work for large pots (minimum 15 x 15 in)?

    • @JustAboutAnything66
      @JustAboutAnything66 4 года назад

      I've seen some fairly large pots and I've made some very durable sculptures.

  • @cuernavacadave
    @cuernavacadave Год назад

    I finally made some two days ago. I had enough material for one good sized rectangle planter, and three smaller ones using bowls for molds. I let them set covered in the garage in the plastic bags for 48 hrs and when I turned the large one out it cracked and broke and when I tried to pick it up, it totally crumbled!! I was sick. The other three came out easily but they too broke in a million pieces and I literally could crumble the damp material with my hands. I’m sure if I mixed more cement with it I could use it again!! What did I do wrong??? I made a humongous container of it to have on hand. 4 of, Vermiculite, Pearlite, Pete moss and cement!! Why did it disintegrate!! The only logical explanation I can think of is if I miscounted when I added the cement!! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

    • @vsen7
      @vsen7 Год назад

      Better add sand. You search for - lush gardener hypertufa planter. He has better videos on diy planters.

    • @sofieweb
      @sofieweb Год назад +1

      Vermiculite OR pearlite, don't add BOTH. I don't know for sure but you might be able to reuse the crumbles, try a small batch with more concrete.

  • @karenbuchanan5698
    @karenbuchanan5698 Год назад

    Portland Cement doesn't come in bags smaller than 94 pounds unless you order online and even then they are at least 47 pounds. I want to start with a SMALL project and don't feel like paying for or trying to handle a 94-pound bag.

  • @shubhamkritijewels
    @shubhamkritijewels 6 лет назад +12

    Can we use Coco peat instead of peat moss in hypertufa ?!

  • @tinarutan9201
    @tinarutan9201 5 лет назад

    How do you continue the water to the project do you have to have a hose hooked up to it with continuous water flow

  • @mr.potatohead6138
    @mr.potatohead6138 2 года назад

    How big can you go?
    Who is the demonstrator?

  • @david30minutemeditationza15
    @david30minutemeditationza15 7 лет назад +4

    Thank you for a nice video I have a question I'm looking for making pretty large container planters will this work?? Thank you very much👍👍

    • @WitchyLady21
      @WitchyLady21 5 лет назад +3

      It works on pretty much any size. I used a large yoga ball and it came out fabulous. You can also soak fabric in it and drape it over tables, etc for a neat, textured look.

    • @WitchyLady21
      @WitchyLady21 5 лет назад +2

      PS: If you like Halloween, you can make some pretty awesome Halloween lawn ornaments out of it.

    • @patriciaatlantaesthetician8810
      @patriciaatlantaesthetician8810 5 лет назад +2

      The larger the planter, the more reinforcing material is needed to add strength. Especially of a long rectangle or sculpture with appendages (elephant trunk).

    • @sundarselvaraj1394
      @sundarselvaraj1394 4 года назад

      @@WitchyLady21 Can you please elaborate... I love that idea and would like to try. Thanks in advance

    • @WitchyLady21
      @WitchyLady21 4 года назад +2

      @@sundarselvaraj1394 well, essentially you use something like a ball or box, even a bucket as your mold. Apply some silicon to the surface, then take the mixture and coat the outside. Let it dry then add additional coats until it has the thickness you need. Then just slip it off your mold. For the fabric, you literally soak it in the mixture and drape it over something and let it dry. The fabric will assume the shape of whatever its draped over. There are some fabulous examples on Pinterest

  • @nirmo1399
    @nirmo1399 5 лет назад

    Jak na Amerykankę jesteś bardzo ładna. Poza tym super filmik.

  • @1monagale
    @1monagale Год назад

    Good idea! I’m dizzy with all the camera swings, keep it still.

  • @shelleylindquist9452
    @shelleylindquist9452 2 года назад

    What about drainage holes I didn't see how she put the hole in there?

    • @susanmyers2375
      @susanmyers2375 9 месяцев назад

      You can put a wine cork in the bottom prior to adding the interior container.

  • @maninair9
    @maninair9 7 лет назад

    Can I use cocopeat instead of peat moss as peat moss is not available in our area.

  • @laureetilton-weaver2258
    @laureetilton-weaver2258 3 года назад +1

    Can you use plain sphagnum moss instead of sphagnum peat moss?

    • @frogsoda
      @frogsoda 2 года назад

      You can use sphagnum Moss or peat moss. Or any combination thereof

  • @gvillesweets
    @gvillesweets 6 лет назад

    Can I make these in very large sizes such as 24"x24"x3' high?

  • @a.n.c.4700
    @a.n.c.4700 8 лет назад +1

    Can these pots be used/placed pout doors after curing dry for 3 weeks or will they collapse over time from rain and cold exposure??

    • @lowes
      @lowes  8 лет назад

      +A. N.C. you'll find additional project details here: low.es/1NiypBD. Thanks for watching our video.

    • @rosemaryl9072
      @rosemaryl9072 6 лет назад

      Lowe's Home Improvement

    • @cindyedwards6924
      @cindyedwards6924 5 лет назад +4

      I have had a hypertufa pot in my garden for a decade. Still okay.

  • @pattijoyner410
    @pattijoyner410 4 года назад

    Can you use Quickcrete Portland cement?

  • @tigerbody1
    @tigerbody1 11 лет назад +2

    how long can I keep the mixture wet if I want to use the same mold over and over again?

    • @seacoast6351
      @seacoast6351 6 лет назад +5

      Not very long the cement has a chemical reaction when it gets wet that starts the drying process trying to slow it too long can give you a clumpy gravel mass. best to make small batch mixtures.

    • @marieb7547
      @marieb7547 4 года назад +2

      This stuff dries too fast to reuse the same mould with the same batch of mix. Better to collect several moulds, or make up only what you can use. It was tolerant enough to allow me to make a bit extra to fill the pot I was making, but I had premixed a larger batch of the dry ingredients, then stored most of it, only adding water to some of the mix.

  • @MrGrombie
    @MrGrombie 6 лет назад +3

    Does the cement leach into the plants? I have been thinking about growing plants in them, but this worries me.

    • @buckodonnghaile4309
      @buckodonnghaile4309 6 лет назад +5

      MrGrombie when they've fully cured wash and soak the inside with diluted vinegar/water a few times and it seems to eliminate the issue.

  • @annpeters5154
    @annpeters5154 9 лет назад

    I have just bought a block of peat moss. Do I just crumble the dry peat moss or do I have to rehydrate and then crumble the moss and the use with my other mis? Please help, I am dying to try these pots.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  9 лет назад

      +Ann Peters the peat moss is mixed in a 1:1:1 ratio with other dry ingredients (Portland cement & perlite or vermiculite). Find additional project details here: low.es/1NiypBD
      Thanks for watching our video.

    • @annpeters5154
      @annpeters5154 9 лет назад +2

      Oh dear, I have just discovered that my peat moss block is actually coconut coir, but is marked coconut peat. Would I still be able to use this?

    • @annpeters5154
      @annpeters5154 9 лет назад

      By the way, great video.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  9 лет назад +3

      +Ann Peters you can but without peat it's not a "true" hypertufa. As peat decomposes it leaves pits and crevices which mimic Tufa rock; coconut coir decomposes much more slowly so although it will hold up it will look different than pots made with peat.
      We found this recipe in several places:
      - 2 parts coconut coir
      - 1-1.5 parts perlite
      - 2 parts Portland cement
      - Add enough water to get right consistency
      Good luck!

    • @annpeters5154
      @annpeters5154 9 лет назад

      +Lowe's Home Improvement Thank you so much for your help. I am a wee bitof a conservationist so might go the coir route. The peat moss is also very expensive. But once again thank you very much.

  • @AkyraK
    @AkyraK 3 года назад

    Did you do perlite to lower ph ??

    • @ourtimetoquilt8495
      @ourtimetoquilt8495 Год назад

      I think Perlite is added to make the pot lighter in weight.

  • @cryptodream5092
    @cryptodream5092 4 года назад

    Great tutorial 👌

  • @gjcinqmars
    @gjcinqmars 6 лет назад +1

    What about drainage holes?

    • @pmessinger
      @pmessinger 5 лет назад

      Yes, by all means make several!

  • @michaelpearson4152
    @michaelpearson4152 9 лет назад +2

    HI DENISE. i just seen the uk news a man contracted legionnaires disease from compost there have been two deaths and lots more become ill. apparently there was no warning on the package. so its great you where telling people to mask up and ware gloves.and they should also read what it says on the package.

  • @LikodsaPayag
    @LikodsaPayag 5 лет назад

    Hello madam' beautiful pot making....thankz a lot for teaching us : )

  • @enzaricciardi9170
    @enzaricciardi9170 4 года назад

    What size of perlite should you use? Medium or coarse? Anyone?? TX

    • @Yazuuu
      @Yazuuu 3 года назад

      I understand that will depend on the texture you want. The same is true if you use vermiculite. The more course the particles, the greater the texture.

    • @enzaricciardi9170
      @enzaricciardi9170 3 года назад

      @@Yazuuu Thank you

  • @stephanieeiche5109
    @stephanieeiche5109 6 лет назад

    I would like to try it, but I don't know if it's possible.

  • @gerritvictor1110
    @gerritvictor1110 6 лет назад +8

    What's up with you, people.
    Elsewhere it was said the mix should be of peanut butter consistency - here it is cottage cheese consistency.
    You guys are watching eay too much cooking channels.
    😂😂😂😂😂

  • @jimrodgers9227
    @jimrodgers9227 4 года назад

    Great video

  • @DakotaDidYou
    @DakotaDidYou 8 лет назад

    The link to the page with the list of materials is broken.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  8 лет назад +1

      Sorry about that. Try this one: low.es/2ka0nG9

  • @b.walker5955
    @b.walker5955 4 года назад

    Totally a Restoration Hardware dupe idea. I want to do it so I can say HYPERTUFA again and again. : )

  • @zizoboyheaven7779
    @zizoboyheaven7779 5 лет назад +1

    great video ... how strong is it ?? can i stand on that planter ?? thankyou for respond...🖒🖒👏

    • @CaraWeston
      @CaraWeston 5 лет назад

      It should be strong once it’s fully cured. Cement actually doesn’t “dry”, it hardens from a chemical reaction. If you want the planter to be very strong, you might want to put wire mesh between the inner and outer molds. Sides and bottom.

  • @gorgeouspaintings
    @gorgeouspaintings 7 лет назад

    What is Portland cement...I am Australian and no one knows what it is........cheer if you can help.

    • @lowes
      @lowes  7 лет назад +1

      +113711427612359644499 CHEERING....it's made from limestone and clay and hardens under water. :)
      Thanks for watching.

    • @bettyhouk8727
      @bettyhouk8727 7 лет назад +3

      gorgeouspaintings Hello mate , hope you don’t mind me using a greeting of your country. Portland cement , is only a brand name for a manufacturer of cement in the U.S.A.( I guess it it still made in this country) any brand will do. I haven’t tried to make any of this stuff yet but soon as spring springs I am gonna see what I can do . At least I can make mess !💕🦋🌈👵🏻🐶

    • @dougawhite
      @dougawhite 2 года назад +1

      @@bettyhouk8727 Why do they call it Portland cement?
      When first made and used in the early 19th century in England, it was termed portland cement because its hydration product resembled a building stone from the Isle of Portland off the British coast. The first patent for portland cement was obtained in 1824 by Joseph Aspdin, an English mason.

  • @IMOO1896
    @IMOO1896 3 года назад

    Seems simple enough.

  • @وردة-غ9ج8ن
    @وردة-غ9ج8ن 6 лет назад +2

    very nice

  • @dirkryan5962
    @dirkryan5962 5 лет назад +1

    can this type of concrete could be used to make a slab patio?

    • @hammermantbg
      @hammermantbg 5 лет назад

      Lol you are joking right?

    • @patriciaatlantaesthetician8810
      @patriciaatlantaesthetician8810 5 лет назад

      @@hammermantbg you need an attitude adjustment

    • @hammermantbg
      @hammermantbg 5 лет назад +1

      @@patriciaatlantaesthetician8810 you are free to make an appointment if you require a session

  • @monteeposey4255
    @monteeposey4255 4 года назад +2

    I can’t wait to do this when the virus goes away LOL

  • @ogiejii7885
    @ogiejii7885 2 года назад

    For extra reinforcement, because MOAR!, I use drywall mesh tape.

  • @jeannettevanwyk9412
    @jeannettevanwyk9412 6 лет назад

    the low.es/2ka0nG9 link says Access Denied..
    would like to see the the full instructions..

    • @lowes
      @lowes  6 лет назад

      Try this link, Jeannette: www.lowes.com/creative-ideas/woodworking-and-crafts/make-hypertufa-pots/project

    • @jeannettevanwyk9412
      @jeannettevanwyk9412 6 лет назад

      Thank you .. I am still getting the Access denied message ..
      Access Denied
      You don't have permission to access "www.lowes.com/" on this server.
      Reference #18.46621502.1524064091.27045c51
      and
      Access Denied
      You don't have permission to access "www.lowes.com/creative-ideas/woodworking-and-crafts/make-hypertufa-pots/project" on this server.
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  • @therespectedlex9794
    @therespectedlex9794 Месяц назад

    American cottage cheese, that is. Also, peat moss? It doesn't sound green.

  • @movielock
    @movielock 11 лет назад +2

    use a smaller container inside the larger one but be sure you spray the

  • @kayagorzan
    @kayagorzan 7 лет назад

    What does cottage cheese feel like?

  • @anasazirose
    @anasazirose 11 лет назад +29

    She forgot to mention adding the drainage holes. That's VERY inprtant.

    • @WitchyLady21
      @WitchyLady21 5 лет назад +5

      True! You can always drill them in later if you forget. :)

  • @VelvetCrone
    @VelvetCrone 3 года назад +1

    if you follow this recipe your pot WON'T look like the ones in the photos in this video. It will look like the one that the actress made. The other pots had aggregates other that peat moss and vermiculite in them. Looks like maybe pea gravel?

  • @لاإلهإلااللهربالعالمين-ح4ك

    nice 🇴🇲👍

  • @lydiatwina1227
    @lydiatwina1227 6 лет назад

    Add some color it would look great. Decor

  • @howard977
    @howard977 5 лет назад

    Awesomely

  • @GreenLeafGecko
    @GreenLeafGecko 11 лет назад +1

    paint! after it drys

    • @t1n4b4zz
      @t1n4b4zz 7 лет назад

      GreenLeafGecko what is a good paint to use or is any paint ok to use.

  • @windandfire22
    @windandfire22 7 лет назад +6

    Well i came here because in interested in eliminating plastic from my life so I suppose i can use a wooden mold and a cloth instead of plastic to cover it I guess.

    • @abdizzll
      @abdizzll 7 лет назад +2

      What's wrong with recycling discarded plastic containers for this purpose?

    • @karrieannbean
      @karrieannbean 6 лет назад +1

      VIRTUE!

    • @WitchyLady21
      @WitchyLady21 5 лет назад

      Standing applause for wanting to eliminate plastic from your life. Well done! You absolutely do not have to use plastic molds to make planters. I've used everything from large yoga balls to draping fabric over tables and even an old tree stump that later served as a planter itself. :) You're only limited by your imagination!

    • @pmessinger
      @pmessinger 5 лет назад +1

      Great idea, where will you get wooden molds that aren't made from murdering trees?

    • @pmessinger
      @pmessinger 5 лет назад

      Your imaging exaggerated fictional environmental damage is a considerable limitation.

  • @whatthefunction9140
    @whatthefunction9140 3 года назад

    My grandmother had hypertufa real bad. Rip gaga

  • @rahamzeb354
    @rahamzeb354 3 года назад

    Good naeic

  • @fuutubedelete
    @fuutubedelete 6 лет назад +1

    Google: "People also ask
    Is vermiculite bad for you?
    So when vermiculite is mined, the ore often contains asbestos. And while all asbestos is harmful and can cause lung cancer and other diseases, he said, the asbestos fiber usually found in vermiculite -- tremolite -- is particularly dangerous.Jan 21, 2001"

  • @abbeyattalla7596
    @abbeyattalla7596 Год назад +1

    Sorry

  • @TATTOOTRAINING
    @TATTOOTRAINING 12 лет назад

    Allot more easily , I sounder if there is easier way to say that ; ).

  • @betrounelousif6615
    @betrounelousif6615 5 лет назад

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