There are all kinds of pots with different types and shapes in the market, choosing the size and type of pot is very important in the growth and health of plants, especially cacti. Choosing a pot depends on the size and type of the plant and the amount of watering the plant needs and should be tried
The types of pots and their application
1. Plastic pots
One of the types of vases that can be found in the market is the plastic vase, and the variety that can be seen in plastic vases today leads most of us to choose plastic vases because they have a variety of colors, sizes and shapes, and most importantly, very good prices. And it is considered suitable for them.
They are durable and light weight. And we can reduce or increase the drainage of the flowerpot according to the type of flower we choose.
This is very important. These days, the variety of models of these vases has increased and some models like the one below are very suitable for balconies and spaces with fences.
2. Clay pots
Clay pots are closer to nature. A clay pot can give a feeling to our house and yard much more than plastic pots.
They are suitable for planting almost any type of flower and it is easy to prepare them. Due to their weight and resistance to wind, they are more suitable for outdoor space.
Because clay pots have more pores, that's why they lose water faster. This point is both useful and harmful!
This problem makes it not so much a problem with flooding and this problem makes us not have root rot in this type of pot, but on the other hand, it needs more frequent watering.
These days, many artists paint beautiful designs on old clay vases and double their charm. See the picture below and enjoy seeing the vases.
3. Metal pots
Metal pots have recently become popular. These vases are made of copper, zinc, galvanized or cast iron. The advantage of a metal pot is that it can be reused and actually recycled, which is the best way to save money.
Metal pots do not break down and allow us to be sure that we can use them for a long time and for years.
The problem with metal pots is that they strongly absorb heat and cause the root of the plant to get very hot in direct sunlight and get hurt.
4. Ceramic vases
Like clay pots, they are heavy, but they do not have a porous body like clay pots, although clay pots that have a thinner body are lighter in weight, but they crack sooner than other types. When exposed to freezing, there is a possibility of breaking them.
Also, these pots retain heat for a longer time and dry out more slowly than plastic pots, and this issue can damage the roots of the plant.
Glazed ceramic vases retain moisture better than clay vases and work much like plastic vases from Ibn Nazar's point of view. Ceramic vases are mostly used for bonsai.
5. Organic pots
Organic pots are made of natural materials such as wood fiber, types of peat, cocopeat and coconut fibers.
These pots are dry and can be stored for a long time, but as soon as they get wet and are placed in the soil, they are decomposed and consumed by the living agents of the soil, such as all kinds of useful soil bacteria.
Therefore, when you plant plants in this type of pot and you intend to transfer the plant to the original soil, there is no need to take the plant out of these pots and it can be transferred to the soil with the same pot. Also, it has been proven that the roots of plants in such pots, in comparison, They grow better and deeper with plastic pots.
