How to choose the pots for plants?

The pots they are something we don't usually think about much when we go to buy them; we simply take those that we like the most and that have an affordable price, and that's it. But the truth is that we should give them more importance, not in vain, in them the plants that we take care of with so much care will grow.

In addition, it is important to know that, depending on the material with which they are made, they will require one maintenance or another. So to last us a long time, Below we will offer you many tips that will allow you to take advantage of them as many years as possible.

What are flower pots?

Yes, we know. We know well that you know - forgive the redundancy - what a flowerpot is. Surely you see and even catch some every day, but ... let's remember the meaning of the word. This refers to a container in which plants are grown, that is, living beings that need water and nutrients that they absorb from the earth, or in this case, from the substrate.

There are many types and sizes, so it is very easy to choose the one that is not quite suitable for our crops. Succulents are often seen in ceramic pots without holes, something that is a huge mistake since they are condemned to death by rotting of their roots, caused by permanent contact with stagnant water; or palm trees of a certain size in some that are too small, something that weakens them a lot and that, over time, could cause them to dry out.

What types of pots are there?

Broadly speaking, they can be classified into four large groups: clay, ceramic, wood and plastic.

Clay pot

This type of container is the most suitable for plants -except for carnivores and orchids-, as the rough mud allows the roots to take hold better, which contributes to healthier development and growth. As a general rule, it is recommended to use those that have drainage holes, unless they are aquatic in which case drainage is not necessary.

The maintenance of clay pots consists of, wipe them with a damp cloth to remove dust and make them look pretty. But in addition, we can extend its useful life by doing the following:

• Between transplantation and transplantation, immerse it in a bucket with water for 24 hours.
• If you see that it begins to acquire a whitish tone, wipe with a damp cloth or linseed oil brush (on sale here).

Selection of the best models

Marca	Features	Price
comsaf	These pots are ideal for young or small plants, as they have a diameter and a height of 6,5cm.	€ 15,93 / pack of 12 units
Potters Damian Canovas	Do you love low pots? This is perfect for growing plants with few roots, such as many succulents or even herbs. Its measurements are 25 x 12cm, and it is accompanied by the plate.	16,58€ Get it here
Terra hilker	If you have a plant that is large, you will need a suitable pot for it, like this one that is 45 x 45 centimeters wide and high.	35,48€ Get it here

Ceramic pots

Ceramic pots are very beautiful, with a very high ornamental value. But they have a drawback: they are made of a material that breaks easily, and they do not usually have holes for drainage.

But what is negative for certain crops is very interesting for others. And is that have small aquatic plants in them, either outside or inside the home, It is an idea that should not be missed.

Selection of the best models

Marca	Features	Price
Emsa	This is a beautiful 15,5 x 15,5cm diameter white ceramic pot in which you can plant anything, as it has a hole for drainage.	14,93€ Get it here
Lene bjerre	Are you looking for a model that has a somewhat different design? This one, with dimensions of 14 x 14cm, is ideal for people like you, who want the pots to be special and to help beautify the plants.	19,83€ Get it here
MICA Decorations	It looks like silver, but it is ceramic. It measures 17 x 17cm, and is so different from the rest that growing something in it is really interesting.	20,05€ Get it here

Wooden pots

Wooden pots They are one of the most ideal when you want to include, for example, in the design of a rustic patio or gardenBeing natural, they blend perfectly with the elements found in these places. If you'd like to learn more about how to choose the best wooden planter for your plants, we recommend reading our article. how to choose pots for plants.

But be careful: they need, like the clay ones, an annual pass with linseed oil specific for wood, like this one they sell here.

Selection of the best models

Marca	Features	Price
STRATA	It looks like a rustic, traditional barrel on the surface, but you fill it with substrate and a few small plants, and it looks beautiful on you. It has a diameter of 49 centimeters. There is nothing!	26,72€ Get it here
Larissa Holz	When you intend to have a fantastic flower arrangement, you need a pot like this one, hexagonal, with a diameter of 40 centimeters.	27€
The Ho	If you think that the brown color in the pots is very seen, dare with this model in an anthracite color that, in addition, has a very beautiful floral pattern. Its dimensions are 29,5 x 29,5.	6,59€ Get it here
Terra hilker	This pot, being wider than it is tall when measuring 25cm in diameter by 11,5cm high, is ideal for growing trees that have started to work as bonsai, bulbous, and making succulent compositions.	10,55€ Get it here

How to choose the pot?

To buy the most suitable one it is important that you ask yourself these questions:

What is the size of the plant you want to plant?

This is perhaps the most important thing. You cannot plant a small plant in a large pot, nor a large plant in a small one. In the first case, the roots would end up rotting due to having too much substrate and humidity; in the second, well, in the second, the plant would not fit  .

Ideally, buy a container that is 3-5cm larger in diameter than the one you already have.. And if they are seedlings, they should be planted in ones that are rather small, such as those that measure about 10cm in diameter or even less.

With or without holes?

Generally, they must always be with holesExcess water must be able to drain away, otherwise the roots will rot. There is only one exception: aquatic plants. These can—in fact, should—be grown without problems in pots without holes. For ideas on how to set up a drainage system for pots, you can read our article. Tricks for caring for potted plants.

What material do you want it from?

Pots are of various types, as we have seen, and all of them have their peculiaritiesClay and wooden pots are very decorative, great for almost all plants, but they're somewhat expensive and require maintenance. Plastic pots, on the other hand, are perhaps too conventional, and if left untreated, they'll break after a few years, but they're inexpensive. For more information on how to determine which material is best for your plants, check out our article. how to choose pots for plants.

Bearing this in mind, we recommend buying clay or wood if you are going to have few copies, and / or if you want one to stand out in particular, and plastic if you are a collector and / or do not want to spend a lot of money.

What plant are you going to plant?

Normally, this is not usually asked, because pot material only matters when we grow carnivores, orchids or aquatic. The former, as we anticipated at the beginning, are planted in plastic pots since this is a material that does not decompose easily and, as a consequence, does not release nutrients; orchids, if they are epiphytes (such as Phalaenopsis) as they have aerial roots, they must be in transparent plastic containers; and the aquatic ones must be in those that do not have holes.

How much money do you have?

If you have and / or do not feel like spending a lot, get plastic pots, or even make your own recycled pots with old tiresEmpty paint buckets, plastic bottles, yogurt cups, etc. Practically anything that's waterproof and has or can be drilled into can be used as a plant container. For original ideas on how to set up your planters, visit our section. plants for large potsAnd if you're looking for ideas on how to decorate with them, here are several hanging plants to decorate your home.

And if, on the other hand, you have and / or want, buy some clay to further embellish your patio or garden.

Where to buy pots?

Today you can buy them in many places, among which the following stand out:

Leroy Merlin

The Leroy Merlin pot catalog it is quite wideThey have indoor and outdoor products, self-watering products, orchid products, and even orchid stands. Their products are definitely worth checking out, as they offer home delivery. Also, if you'd like to expand your knowledge on how to care for potted plants, we recommend reading our article.

Ikea

Ikea pots and planters they are very pretty, and in a wide price rangeThey come in plastic, ceramic, and even wood. You can also buy them through their website and have them delivered to your home. For ideas on how to combine them, check out our recommendations at hanging plant combinations.

Nurseries

In stores and garden centers, of course, they sell all kinds of pots. They usually have a large number of models at different prices, shapes and colors, so you should definitely visit them if you want to buy some. If you want to learn how to plant them, check out our article how to plant in pots to be successful in your cultivation.

I hope I have helped you choose the best ones  .