Flower pots in different materials and sizes
Growing houseplants requires the creation of suitable conditions, not the least of which is the selection of capacity. Ceramic, plastic, clay and wooden flower pots will become reliable assistants for flower growers. A wide range of sizes and a variety of designs allows you to choose the best option for each plant.
How to choose flower pots
All parameters of the selected capacity must be taken into account:
- the size;
- material of manufacture;
- the form;
- registration.
The combination of functionality and attractiveness is the golden mean of choice that must be adhered to.
Flower pots of different sizes
The height and diameter of the flower pot, ceramic or made of another material, is selected for a specific plant. There is a rule according to which, the smaller the plant, the smaller the container should be selected for it.
A small pot is sufficient for young plants. With the growth of a flower, or when planting plants, a larger container is chosen. The roots of the flower and the soil mixture should fit freely in it. As a rule, the new pot should be larger than the previous one so that fresh soil can be added to it.
In addition, the characteristics of the plant itself must be taken into account. Some indoor flowers grow well only in small containers, such as spathiphyllum.
You should not buy too large a pot, "for growth."
Shape selection: is style really important?
Each flower has its own root system. Taking it into account, the required form is selected.
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Root system
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The form pot |
Plant example |
| Ramified | Average |
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| Fibrous | Shallow and wide enough |
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| The roots are long, growing deeper | Narrow, high |
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If it is not possible to select the form, then it is recommended to give preference to the standard one.
Material of different quality
In specialized departments and stores, you can find pots not only of any shape and size, but also made of a wide variety of materials.
Each of them has its own strengths and weaknesses:
- ceramics;
- concrete;
- metal;
- plastic;
- glass;
- wood.
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Material
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Advantages |
disadvantages |
Note
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| Plastic |
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| When caring for a plant, it is necessary to dose watering for flowers in plastic pots |
| Ceramics |
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| Ideal for most plant species |
| Wood |
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| Wooden flower pots are best suited for decorating the local area and garden |
| Glass |
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A non-standard look does not always justify itself from a practical point of view |
| Metal |
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Other materials are also used as a plant pot. For example, large outdoor flower pots are made of concrete.
Ceramic flower pots - the best choice
Ceramics is an environmentally friendly material of natural origin. The microporous structure allows the roots of the plant to receive air and removes excess moisture.
If the clay flower pot is made by firing, it must be soaked in water before the first use. Thus, compounds harmful to plants, obtained as a result of clay processing, are eliminated.
What is it for a smart pot
For growing house plants, forgetful people need to choose a smart flower pot. Autowatering greatly facilitates flower care. It is only necessary to add water to a specially designed reservoir from time to time. It is installed in a pot and does not spoil the appearance of the container.
Organizational systems may vary. For plastic models, this is most often a system of two containers placed one inside the other. The plant is planted in a smaller one, and water is poured into the gap between the walls. Ceramic smart pots use the property of the material itself to allow moisture to pass through when the soil dries out.
Auto-irrigation is convenient to use for high suspended planters.
Ceramic flower pots are a versatile option for organizing a place for growing plants at home. The clay texture will add the necessary color to the interior of most rooms.