The spirit of the old world cottage is shown in its purest form in these handcrafted, weather durable garden accessories. Tabby called coastal concrete was a popular building material with early settlers along the southern coast of the U.S. Having no natural stone or soil appropriate for brick making, these industrious residents used available oyster shell and sand to create beautiful and durable structures that stand today.Our English Collectible Cottage has a removable roofs, making them fun to use as lanterns, key keeps or a repository for small garden tools. As with all plant containers, good drainage is imperative. In northern climates, care should be taken to cover or elevate planters to ensure proper drainage and prevent possible freezing.