Have Mold on Your Plant Pot? How to Remove White Fuzz on Terracotta Clay Pots

If you have more plants than places to put them, clay pots make attractive and relatively affordable containers for flowers, herbs, succulents, and more.

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This guide will explain how to remove mold on plant pots. Plus, it will cover a few tips for preventing mold growth in general.

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Removing the White Fuzz / Mold on Terracotta Pots: 3 Methods

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Method 1: Hydrogen Peroxide Spot Clean

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Method 2: Bleach Deep Clean

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Method 3: Vinegar Maintenance Clean

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