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PLASTIC vs TERRACOTTA POTS

PLASTIC vs TERRACOTTA POTS

GIVE ME THE PLUSES AND MINUSES...

Plastic pot
+ Lightweight
+ Strong
+ Flexible
+ Lower Cost
+ Easy to Handle
+ Recyclable
+ Excellent for moisture loving plants. Great for gardeners that water infrequently.

- Black Plastic pots can overheat in extreme temperature and damage roots

Terracotta Pot
+ Air and water can penetrate sides of pots helping to prevent soil disease and root rot
+ Protects delicate roots from extreme temperature change
+ Great for gardeners that overwater

- Heavier than Plastic pots
- Prone to breakage

JUST A THOUGHT

  • To reduce moisture loss through the porous sides of the terracotta pot incorporate peat moss or peat based potting mix like African violet mix into your general mix. Peat retains moisture.
  • Always use gloves when handling the potting mix.

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