Nursery Pots FAQ
What size nursery pot do I need?
Pot size is given in gallons or container sizes, matched to the plant's root system and growing stage: small pots for liners and young plants, larger pots up to 30 gallons and beyond for trees and mature stock. Match the pot to the current root mass with room to grow. Up-potting in stages as plants size up is standard nursery practice.
What is the difference between standard and tree pots?
Standard nursery pots are wider and suit most container plants. Tree pots are taller and deeper relative to their width, accommodating the deep root systems of trees and supporting straight, downward root growth. For tree liners and deep-rooted stock, the taller tree pot produces better root structure than a wide standard pot.
Should I buy nursery pots in bulk or wholesale quantities?
For production growing, bulk and wholesale quantities bring the per-pot cost down substantially, and nurseries go through large numbers each season. Ordering by the case or pallet ahead of the growing season is far more economical than small quantities. Volume pricing is available by quote for the quantities a production operation needs.
Are nursery pots reusable?
Nursery pots can be reused across seasons if cleaned, and sanitizing between uses is important to prevent carrying over plant diseases and pests. Inspect for cracks before reuse. Reusing sound pots controls cost, but the disease-prevention step of cleaning and sanitizing is essential, since reused pots can otherwise spread pathogens to new stock.
What drainage do nursery pots need?
Drainage holes are essential, since container plants suffer quickly from waterlogged roots, and nursery pots are designed with adequate drainage for the growing media used. Pair the pot's drainage with a well-draining media and appropriate watering. Good drainage is fundamental to container growing, preventing the root rot that standing water causes.
Can nursery pots be ordered in wholesale quantities?
Yes. Nursery pots are stocked in bulk and wholesale quantities across sizes and styles, including tree pots, with volume pricing by quote. Production nurseries ordering by the pallet ahead of the season get the best per-pot economy, and ordering a range of sizes supports up-potting through the growing cycle.
