Trudy wrote:
I have a beautiful clay pot that I want to convert to a fountain. What
is the best device for plugging the drainage hole?

Also, I am new to this group. Can I forward photos of struggling
plants for advice? Thanks a bunch!


I've used silicone caulk with great success for small pots. Larger ones
might require the use of concrete, generally a 2-3" layer in the bottom
is sufficient. If putting plants in the pot, avoid using anything that
could cause the water to become poisonous to the plants (tar, some
concrete sealers, or oil based products). Some pots aren't meant to be
made into fountains. I've used some that after a short period of time
they fell apart. I've had fairly good luck out of baked terra cotta.
Avoid the clay pots unless they are mae specifically for water
applications. Some caly hasn't been cured well and the water makes them
become brittle. Concrete pots are porous and need to be sealed (much
like a concrete bird bath).

Good luck.

JD