Terracotta can only be made from clay. It is therefore limited in color options. Once beheaded and trimmed, they start looking better and healthier. Plastic pots can be a good option for succulents. They are durable, inexpensive, and they look great. There are a few things you should do before you start planting your cactus. Terracotta can be used to prevent your plants from being too wet. To keep your plants small and easy-to-manage, limit the growth. Pots can also hinder growth. The growth tip can be used to replace the 4 inch that was left.