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Is a Concrete Pot Suitable For Plants?

Posted on May 11, 2021

Many people ask, “Are concrete pots good for plants?” They have a nice plant or two in the ground and want to grow more, but they don’t have a big enough area for a traditional pot garden. Concrete pot gardening provides just the right solution. In fact, it’s actually a great way to increase your garden space if you have a limited amount of outdoor space or have a backyard that is too small for a traditional pot garden.

Concrete pots are also called compaction pots, basins, vases or boxes. They are most often made from cement and are designed to hold soil just about anywhere, including in a hole created by digging a hole with a shovel. As you can imagine, this increases the soil’s ability to hold water and nutrients which make it easier for plants to root and grow. This type of container is one that is very versatile because you can shape it however you like.

The reason they are so versatile is they usually come pre-filled with soil and fertilizer. All you have to do is add water to the top and let it sit. It will keep the roots of the plant nice and moist, which is what a plant needs to get started. If you want to start an indoor plant from seed then this would be the perfect container since the soil is already prepared. However, if you want to move your outdoors grown plant outdoors then you’ll need to buy the soil separately.

Another nice thing about this type of container garden is that they offer many benefits such as drainage. If you live in an area where frost occurs or where you have extreme temperatures then this is perfect for you. They also work well in areas that experience high amounts of rain so your plants will stay healthy even if you have to water a lot.

This type of plant container does not compact very easily. However, if you place them in an area that gets compacted too much then they may compact to the point that the roots become damaged. Also, they can be susceptible to fungus and other plant diseases. This does not affect plants that are grown in soil. However, it is important to check out how compact the container is to ensure that it will be able to support your plants.

If you have a small patio, deck, garden, or sloped garden you will need to use drainage holes in the bottom of your pots to help the soil to drain. You will have to repot the plants at least once each year or every two years to ensure that they stay healthy. However, if you use pots with drainage holes the root ball will dry out and not provide proper support for your plants.

These types of plants are great for landscaping areas such as patios or porches. They are good because they do not require a large amount of water to thrive. This is a plus for people that do not have a lot of room to dedicate to growing their plants. However, if you live in an area where the soil can become flooded, this is not the best choice as they could drown.

Finally, these pots are a great choice if you want a temporary planter for your flowers or plants. Many people use these pots to grow herbs, shrubs, and vegetables in order to have something available for when they are not gardening. You can use an old rug or other material as the base and then just fill with the plant-based soil and add the soil, water, fertilizer, etc… Most people will just place the plant in the area and then follow up with the soil and fertilizer once a month.

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