Albia

As one of the UK’s leading fibreglass manufacturers we are able to offer full fibreglass lining of the vast majority of our Cretan terracotta pots. Terracotta is naturally porous and even if the drainage hole in a planter is sealed, moisture will still transfer from the terracotta to the flooring, potentially causing damage.

Lining with fibreglass completely seals all the moisture inside the pots and makes them safe to use without saucers indoors on any surface. Fibreglass lining is not recommended for exterior use as the water retention inside the pot means it can freeze and potentially cause the pot to crack.

Cretan terracotta pots should only be used outdoors if they have a working drainage hole and preferably are stood on the terracotta feet we supply.

Click here to watch how our Cretan terracotta pots are fibreglass lined

Download our Tanker Irrigation Brochure

Tanker irrigation is manufactured by Livingreen Design in the UK and was originally designed by the celebrated Edinburgh based Landscape Architect, James Hope. Subsoil irrigation tanks are placed under the plant during planting and are filled by can or hose using a tube that connects the tank to the surface. Each tank is equipped with a uniquely developed geotextile wick which has been designed to transfer water from the tank to the soil as water is used by the plant, keeping the moisture content optimum at all times. The result is plants that don’t suffer the stress of being to wet or too dry making them both grow to a better shape and produce more flowers. Even better, the reserve of water means that the period between waterings can be doubled, so halving the number of waterings necessary to keep the plants looking at their best.

Tankers are very easy to fit and use and the benefits greatly outweigh the small extra cost. They remain the only subsoil irrigation system that has been the subject of a University research team that over a 6 month period, proved all the claims we make for this product.

£115 minimum order for free shipping.

All orders received by us are shipped subject to availability.

All our prices include VAT and delivery to any part of mainland UK (excluding highlands and Islands). Deliveries will normally be made by kerbside pallet drop via a specialist courier service between 8am and 5.30pm on a day of your choosing. A text message will be sent on the day with a 2 hour window of the expected ETA.

Morning deliveries can be arranged in most, but not all areas for an additional charge of £20. Timed deliveries may be available for an additional £25. Customers within a 60 mile radius of our Edinburgh base may receive a delivery on our own vans. Please get in touch at the time of order if you have a special delivery request.

We cannot be held responsible for disruption to shipping caused by industrial disputes or action outside our direct control. If such disruption occurs you will be offered delivery via an alternative delivery or fulfilment company or a full refund.

Damaged or missing goods must be reported, in writing with photographic evidence, within 24 hours of receipt or credit claims will not be entertained.

Read more on our refund policy.