How to choose the right plant pot for your home or garden

As we enter the warmer months, all the hard work put in by home gardeners and green-fingered enthusiasts will come to fruition. All over the country, gardens, allotments and flowerbeds will come alive with vibrance as the summer sun helps flowers bloom into beautiful bouquets of colour. If you’ve been cultivating your own plants this year and really want to show them off, there’s no better way than by giving them a new home in a beautiful plant pot. Whether you’re showcasing them in the garden or popping them inside the house, here are some things to keep in mind.

How to Choose the Right Size Pot for Your Plant

Perhaps the most important thing to consider when choosing a plant pot, whether it’s for large garden shrub or a selection of colourful indoor flowers, is the size. Different size plants require more or less space depending on the size of their roots. If you want your plants to flourish and regrow year-round, it’s important you give them enough room to grow. If you’re wondering how to pick the right size plant pot, you can find a number of size guides online and the plants themselves will usually come with information on space requirements when you buy them.

What is the best plant pot material?

When it comes to choosing the type of material your pots are made from, there isn’t always one right answer. The type of pot you choose will depend on things like its location and the type of plants you’re cultivating. If you’re planning to grow your own vegetables or herbs, it may be best to go for containers made from pressed paper as they improve aeration and allow the roots to grow healthily. However, if you need something more hard-wearing that will withstand the elements outdoors, you may choose to use a pot made from fibre clay.

Does it have the right style?

Aesthetics are just as important as any other factor when choosing plant pots. It’s important that you choose a design which not only reflects your own personal taste but fits in with its surroundings and adds extra texture to your home and garden. That being said, rules are there to be broken when it comes to design. Sometimes, even the most obscure or quirky plant pot can create a unique style and merge with its surroundings. There are plenty of unique options to choose from such as hanging ceramic pots, geometric indoor designs and traditional, rustic styles. Look around for different options and pick the one that suits you.

Is it eco-friendly?

When you decide to add a new plant to your collection, it’s important to keep it healthy and cultivate it with care. Part of creating an eco-friendly garden is choosing a pot which is long-lasting and won’t cause unnecessary waste or pollution like many of the plastic plant pots available. Choosing a long-lasting plant pot or trug will also help you save money in the long run as it will last for years and will only look better with age. We hope these tips will help you on your hunt for the perfect plant pot. If you have any queries, don’t hesitate to contact us or ask us questions on social media. Also, be sure to check out our extensive range online to see if any of our gorgeous plant pots catch your eye.