clay pots vs. plastic pots

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PHILL-E BLUNT

Active Member
so wat do you guys think is better caly pots or plastic ? well i think that clay is better cause it weighs more and its good for outdoor growing so strong winds wont knock it over so i wanna hear your opinion!bongsmilie
 
kieahtoka

kieahtoka

Well-Known Member
I prefer clay, because it holds a minute bit of moisture. It can theoretically keep your soil moist for a longer period of time. It's stronger too so that's a plus.
 
mogie

mogie

Well-Known Member
I prefer plastic. Cheaper, easier to clean, don't break if dropped, much easier to store when not in use, not being pourous don't have to worry about them soaking up or retaining anything they shouldn't.

The biggest deal breaker is that after every grow I just fill a container with a bleach solution and let the pots soak in it for a several minutes each. Let them air dry and they are good to go.
 
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wafflehouselover

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wrong winds will knock it over, the plant will act like a sail and knock over no matter if its clay or not, given enough force it will.
 
Chiceh

Chiceh

Global Mod, Stoner Chic
I agree with plastic. With clay there is no idea how much moisture or nutes or whatever they are soaking up. Plus plastic is easier to clean. No pores to worry about, and such.
 
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fdd2blk

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i started seedlings in clay pots and the roots stuck to the sides when i transplanted. plastic they pop right out.
 
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dog

Well-Known Member
it has to be plastic, you try and move a 5gal clay pot with soil and plant it a lot moor work
 
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Littty420

New Member
If you’re using biochar a clay pot works wonderfully. It really shouldn’t matter what type of pot you use as long as you are checking on your plant daily. The only upside to plastic is that it’s cheaper. As far as being easy to clean, clay and plastic are the same. Anyone that says plastic is easier to clean has never used both.
 
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