Bergs Potter: Handcrafted Heirloom-Quality Terracotta Pots Your Plants Love
Add a touch of nature to every nook of your home––both indoors and out––with Bergs Potter. Since 1942, Bergs Potter has graced windowsills, gardens, and balconies with their durable, heirloom-quality plant pots designed for both indoor and outdoor use. From plant stakes to large pots, every Bergs Potter design is driven by the beauty of nature:
“We believe that living with plants improves the quality of life, and surrounding ourselves with greenery makes us thrive. For all those moments when we can’t be outside, surrounding ourselves with living plants indoors can be a wonderful alternative. But for the plants to make us thrive, they need to thrive too.”
The roots of the Bergs Potter company run deep. In 1942, in the throes of World War II, Victor Berg inherited a ceramics shop in Copenhagen’s Nørrebro district. He built Bergs Potter to fulfill his dream to bring more life and color into the lives of his fellow war-weary Copenhageners. As the brand describes on their website, “A lot has happened since 1942, but one thing remains the same: Plants make people thrive.”
Bergs Potter pots are inherently natural; they are made with premium Italian clay fired at extremely high temperatures resulting in pure and raw terracotta pots that free of chemicals. The high density and mineral content of the clay give the pots the perfect balance of strength and porosity, allowing the pots to breathe––just like we do. This also makes them naturally frost-resistant!
“If your plants could speak, they would tell you that there’s nothing better than a quality clay pot. Proper drainage gives their roots room to breathe, and superior clay helps keep in the moisture they need.” - Steffen Berg
We love how the raw terracotta also ages gracefully, developing a beautiful patina over time.
“When the pot breathes, it can supply moisture and air to the roots, giving the plant the best possible conditions for growth. Terracotta is a porous material, and the evaporation of water through its pores helps maintain moisture levels and airflow, while the clay’s insulating properties help regulate root temperature.”
Get ready to discover timeless designs, rooted in timeless traditions and inspired by a variety of places, all while embracing and honoring the legacy of Scandinavian design.
Indoor Plant Pots
Celeste Planter Set
Elevate your plant babies to heavenly heights with Celeste, a hybrid of a pot and a pedestal. This handcrafted wheel-thrown terracotta piece is perfect for displaying and nurturing plants, combining the timeless silhouette of a hollow pot with the versatility of a pedestal. The waterproof saucer doubles as a lid, enabling you to use Celeste as a pedestal for sculptural objects or a side table. We love the different heights and color finishes.
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Atlas Pot
Inspired by and named after the mythological Titan Atlas, known for carrying the weight of the world on his shoulders, the terracotta Atlas Pot is built to stand the test of time. Designed by Rasmus Rostrup, the never-ending task of carrying the world is visualized through the repeating circular patterns of vertical lines.
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Hoff Pots
From graphic designer Anne Hoff comes this stackable series of pots that have a classically Scandinavian silhouette. Coming in either a raw or glazed pot, the Hoff series invites you to playfully combine and contrast colors, mixing saucers and pots to your heart’s content. The raw clay option is perfect for allowing roots to breathe and plants to thrive, while the glazed options are carefully hand-dipped in signature tones.
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Københavner Pots
One of the first Bergs Potter pots, the Københavner is a noble pot inspired by pottery made in 1860 for the Fredensborg Royal Danish Palace of Fredensborg. It all started when founder Steffen Berg discovered beautiful old clay pots at a former nursery. His discovery, along with his own interpretation of royal pottery, came Københavner, which continues to be one of Bergs Potter’s most popular designs. It’s still made by hand in small family-owned pottery workshops. Københavner comes in three sizes, in raw or hand-glazed options, making it easy to find the perfect pot for your plants. The glaze colors are inspired by the colors of Copenhagen.
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Modena Pots
This grand cylindrical flowerpot is built for the largest plants. Coming in both Berg Potter’s signature raw terracotta as well as a durable glazed option, Modena works in a variety of environments. The raw pot with included drainage hole is perfect for optimal drainage and plant root aeration, working beautifully outdoors on balconies, patios, and courtyards. The hand-glazed Emerald Green Modena Pot is perfect for indoor use, whether in a home, a heated greenhouse, or an orangerie.
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Plant Accessories
Belle Vase and Bowl
Consisting of an organically shaped vase and bowl, the Belle collection exudes sophistication and fine craftsmanship. Each curve is gracefully and meticulously sculpted by hand, ensuring that each vase and bowl is its own one-of-a-kind piece. Both the vase and bowl are made of a Maiolica clay glazed with a transprarent, food-safe glaze on the inside.
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ADA Bowl
The traditional name for ’Adornment,’ the ADA Bowl is a wheel-thrown dish that complements a variety of floral adornments, from blooming flowers to fresh herbs. ADA comes with a saucer, making it perfectly functional as a centerpiece on a dining table or hallway console.
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Rolling Stones Plant Trolley
Aptly named, this heavy-duty rolling plant stand features four sturdy rubber wheels supporting the terrazo stone, making it easy to glide over any indoor flooring while supporting the livelihood of your larger plants.
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Cove Watering Tube
Cove is proof that a watering tube can be more than a functional element. This unique watering tube is inspired by the shape of the cereus cactus, a type of cacti known for remarkable water retention thanks to its thick, ribbed stems. Simply bury it partially in the soil of a plant pot, fill it with water, and let the water seep down to the plant’s roots. Cove’s porous structure means the water seeps slowly, maintaining consistent moisture levels to promote healthier plant growth.
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Folk Plant Stakes
Once again, Bergs Potter shows how even the most functional elements of plant care can be beautiful. Designed by Rasmus Rostrup, this range of plant stakes is inspired by indigenous art, each with its own unique figure.
Each one is perfect to add a playful element to your plant display, whether you need to nurture delicate flowers or guide climbing vines.
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Majestic Outdoor Pots
Bergs Potter’s large outdoor pots use a high quality unglazed, raw terracotta that makes the pots naturally frost-resistant. With proper care, Bergs Potter outdoor pots can endure many winters and generations. We love how each pot is a unique work of art, drawing inspiration from a multitude of sources, from simplistic Scandinavian design to classic Tuscan vibes. Plus, many of them are just as beautiful and functional for indoor use.
Delphi Pots
Named after Delphi, a place once considered “the navel of the world,” this outdoor pot series evokes the elegance, charm and ancient roots of the Mediterranean. The wide body and slender neck helps plants stay hydrated for longer, while also limiting rainwater intake. Each pot is paired with a matching saucer, making it seamlessly transition to indoor settings as needed. Delphi’s timeless silhouette was created by Pablo Dorigo, an Italian designer with a deep appreciations for archetypal forms and his own Mediterranean roots.
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Cilindro Pot
Cilindro is a solid and evergreen choice for an outdoor plant pot. Crafted by skilled hands in Tuscany, this sturdy pot’s clean, cylindrical design with rounded edges has a soft and timeless expression.
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Simona Raw Pot
Simona is an original design by Steffen Berg. He visualized its romantic shape while walking through the buzzy and breathtaking flea markets in the Montmarte district of Paris.
We love how Bergs Potter describes the design inspired by the aesthetics of the old Latin Quarter:
“Our sweet Parisian 'femme' Simona has small pearls sitting neatly on a tight string along the upper rim. Adorned from every angle, she steps elegantly into the light, enhancing her beautiful and subtle details, ready to spread amour everywhere she roams. Since Simona is like a classic girl of Montmartre, one might doubt her interest in deep, saturated colours, but look again, and you will find her more glowing than ever with the thick glaze enhancing all her details. Mon amour, je t’aime!"
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Piccolina Pot
Designed in Scandinavia and shaped by hand by talented Tuscan potters, the curved Piccolina Pot is a true heirloom-quality masterpiece. Rigorously carved by a steady hand, this short pot is naturally durable and timeless, built to benefit any patio, balcony, or outdoor area. We love its breathtaking ornamental detailing.
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Get handcrafted terracotta pots your plants love. Shop the complete Bergs Potter collection at Batten Home.
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