Flipped upside down, a planter with a missing chunk turns into a home sweet home for toads. They're attracted to the extra shelter (try adding a water dish, too), and will help keep pests, like slugs, at bay.
The sky's the limit when designing these miniature vignettes. Start with a base of dirt, moss, and terracotta shard "steps," and then let your imagination guide you.
Before you start shoveling soil into a pot, line the bottom with a few terracotta pieces. They'll encourage excess water to drain away from the roots, so you don't drown your plants.
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