Tips to Find the Right Planter

 

Few things can beat the natural appeal created by plants inside and outside the house. However, simply buying and growing the most beautiful plants is not enough. It is equally important to find the right home for the plant where it can grow, thrive, and look beautiful.

However, finding the appropriate planter for the plant can be overwhelming.

About Pots and Planters

You might wonder why a task as simple as buying a pot is intimidating.

Read on to find the answer to this tricky question.

First things first, it is important to understand the difference in pot and planter. A pot is a small container usually containing a single plant. Commercial planters, on the other hand are huge, mostly used outdoorscontaining one large or multiple plants. A large variety of planters are available in the market, including large concrete planters, fiber glass planters, terracotta planters,etc.

Tips to Find the Right Planter

However, before you set out to buy, you have to understand when you need a new home for your plant babies.

The need for a new planter arises primarily in two scenarios

• One when the baby plant outgrows the given space, and needs more room to grow bigger and
• When repotting is required. Fresh potting mix is good for plant health when the soil degrades in its nutrient levels.

In any of these cases, you would need to buy new planters.

It is advisable to consider the following points to make the right choice.

• Considering the size of the plant is essential. It is surprising but true that when talking about the plant size, it actually refers to the size of the container it is planted in. As plants grow, they need larger containers to grow in. So, here’s a tip on how to determine the right size for your plant. Ideally, a plant growing in a planter of size 10” or lower must be potted in a planter 1 to 2” more than the previous one. Similarly, a plant growing in a planter of width 10” or more must be now planted in a new planter 2 to 3 inches bigger in diameter.
• Drainage is a must for planters and pots. However, there are ways to evade drainage. The pot can be lined near the drainage with large lava rocks, etc. It is important to remember to water the plant to only one-third of the container size to steer away from drainage needs.
• The next thing to be considered is whether the planter is porous or not. Buying porous planters is recommended for good plant health. Terracotta, wooden, or plastic is a strict no-no. Fiber glass and concrete are porous materials, ideal for planters.

Large concrete planters have gained immense popularity for their multiple benefits. They are sturdy, porous, and available in a variety of colors and sizes. What’s more, they are capable of bearing with any weather conditions.

Outdoor Fire and Patio has a variety of planters for sale. Visit them and choose the one that fits your plant and design needs.

For further details, contact them at www.outdoorfireandpatio.com