The selection is almost endless when it comes to pots for your plant babies.
But there are a few key things to look for to make the best choice.
There’s a surefire way tolove a new houseplant: Pair it with the perfect pot.
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Just purchased plants in plastic nursery containers can go into anew planter as soon as you bring them home.
Size Matters
Choosing a new container begins with identifying the size of pot you need.
Aphilodendrongrowing in a 12-inch pot can size up to a 14-inch-diameter pot.
An overly large pot will look out of proportion with the plant.
Soil that stays wet too long encourages root and stem rot.
If you happen across a beautiful planter that doesn’t have drainage holes, you could still use it.
After satisfying those two needs,choose a pot that has a lookand feel you love.
Ceramic pots are the most popular key in of container for houseplants today.
You’ll find them in all kinds of styles, colors, and sizes.
At one time, the clay pot was the most common container for indoor plants.
However, clay pots require more frequent watering and are challenging to clean.
Plastic and fiberglass pots offer several advantages.
Available in all sorts of colors and styles, these lightweight pots are easy to clean and inexpensive.
Plastic and fiberglass pots don’t need to be watered as frequently as clay.
Keep It Clean
Keep pots clean to prevent disease.
If you plan to reuse a pot, clean it well both inside and out.
If the crust is thick, brush first with a dry steel wool pad.
Clean plastic pots with a cloth dipped in warm soapy water.
Scrub the pot until it’s completely free of soil and grime.
Soak the pot in a bleach solution as you would a clay pot.
