How to Make a Bird Bath From a Terra Cotta Planter

Turn a terra cotta pot and saucer into an inexpensive garden birdbath.

While bird baths are a popular addition to any garden, the cost of purchasing a bird bath from a nursery can be prohibitive. Fortunately, you can easily create your own bird bath with nothing more than a simple terra cotta planter and a plant saucer. The look of your bird bath can be customized by the shape, color and size of your pot and plant saucer.

Instructions

1. Turn your terra cotta pot upside-down and set it down on a level area. Find a space that is not located in a tight corner, where birds may feel trapped, or completely out in the open, where there are no plants to provide shelter. Make sure the pot is steady and secure.

2. Place the plant saucer right-side up on top of the upside-down terra cotta pot.

3. Fill the plant saucer with water.

4. Sprinkle birdseed on the ground near your new bird bath and watch from a distance.

Tips & Warnings

• Customize your terra cotta pot by painting it with vines, birds or other decorations.

• Create a different style of bird bath by using two pots instead of one. Put the first one upside-down, and the second pot right-side up on top of the first. Put the plant saucer inside the top pot and fill it with water.

References

• Ruby Glen: Terra Cotta Birdbath

Resources

• Better Homes and Gardens: Ten Garden Projects Under $10