How to choose the right pot

The right pot makes plant care easier. The wrong one is behind most cases of root rot we see in the shop.

Always check the drainage

A drainage hole lets extra water escape. If you love a pot without one, use it as a cover pot and keep the plant in a plastic nursery pot inside it.

Go one size up

When repotting, choose a pot 3–5 cm wider than the old one. Much bigger pots hold wet soil the roots can't reach.

Pick the material for the place

• Terracotta breathes and dries quickly: good for succulents and for people who tend to overwater.
• Glazed ceramic holds moisture longer: good for tropical plants indoors.
• Fibreglass is light and weatherproof: good for large outdoor plants and balconies.

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