Smart Pots 10020 Smart Pot Soft-Sided Container, Black,20-Gallon

I recently found out about "air pots" from one of the employees at Annie's Annuals & Perennials. They deal in exotic and rare plants, so I took his advice to check into it, as a means to not only grow plants faster, but healthier. When I looked into it, I found two different types - the original plastic, with holes all around, and these cloth Smart Pots. The plastic pots being too expensive to just try out at the moment, the very practical Smart Pots caught my attention. Lightweight, simple to use, and economical. These would do the trick, so I ordered a variety of sizes for various gardening projects I have going.Upon receiving the Smart Pots, I was pleasantly surprised. They are conveniently packaged flat (unlike any clay or plastic pots), and yet retain their originally intended shape upon opening. Very lightweight, which adds to the convenience, both in storage when not using, and in lifting them with plants inside. They hype proved to be true. These were the real deal.The main aspect about the Smart Pot "air pots" is the aeration facet. Air is allowed inside from all over. As well, it is built to prevent plants from "root balling." Instead, the roots are "air trimmed" and forced to sprout the more effective smaller runner roots, which do a better job at collecting moisture and nutrients. One reviewer stated that one of his plants had almost "doubled in size" overnight. While I can attest that no plant of mine did exactly that, I CAN say with honesty that all the plants I put into the Smart Pots definitely grew faster and fuller, and appeared healthier.For the commercial gardener, or for someone who has many projects going on and no time for immediate transplants - Smart Pots are the excellent solution for keeping plants in check and growing until a place in the ground is found. Being cloth, it is very easy to simply roll the pot in your hands, or just loosen the edges, to help remove the plant from the pot. This is especially helpful for tree growers. And the plant, along with most of the dirt, simply comes out, ready to re-plant elsewhere.There are going to be personal opinions about Smart Pots' appearance. They come in primarily black, and a few tans. Personally, I enjoy them. Others have argued that they simply don't look like a proper pot, but it's all about practicality and what your plans are. For me, mixed in with other pots in front, it's fine. Being cloth, they also are moldable in case you want to place them in tricky areas or corners. Think about parties that require more plant decorations - easy to place, fit, and later remove. Nice!I absolutely recommend Smart Pots. I have done gardening for quite some time, and worked with landscapers on occasion. These are about the easiest new tool out there for gardens. Simple and practical. I am absolutely going to get more when necessary.

I recently found out about "air pots" from one of the employees at Annie's Annuals & Perennials. They deal in exotic and rare plants, so I took his advice to check into it, as a means to not only grow plants faster, but healthier. When I looked into it, I found two different types - the original plastic, with holes all around, and these cloth Smart Pots. The plastic pots being too expensive to just try out at the moment, the very practical Smart Pots caught my attention. Lightweight, simple to use, and economical. These would do the trick, so I ordered a variety of sizes for various gardening projects I have going.Upon receiving the Smart Pots, I was pleasantly surprised. They are conveniently packaged flat (unlike any clay or plastic pots), and yet retain their originally intended shape upon opening. Very lightweight, which adds to the convenience, both in storage when not using, and in lifting them with plants inside. They hype proved to be true. These were the real deal.The main aspect about the Smart Pot "air pots" is the aeration facet. Air is allowed inside from all over. As well, it is built to prevent plants from "root balling." Instead, the roots are "air trimmed" and forced to sprout the more effective smaller runner roots, which do a better job at collecting moisture and nutrients. One reviewer stated that one of his plants had almost "doubled in size" overnight. While I can attest that no plant of mine did exactly that, I CAN say with honesty that all the plants I put into the Smart Pots definitely grew faster and fuller, and appeared healthier.For the commercial gardener, or for someone who has many projects going on and no time for immediate transplants - Smart Pots are the excellent solution for keeping plants in check and growing until a place in the ground is found. Being cloth, it is very easy to simply roll the pot in your hands, or just loosen the edges, to help remove the plant from the pot. This is especially helpful for tree growers. And the plant, along with most of the dirt, simply comes out, ready to re-plant elsewhere.There are going to be personal opinions about Smart Pots' appearance. They come in primarily black, and a few tans. Personally, I enjoy them. Others have argued that they simply don't look like a proper pot, but it's all about practicality and what your plans are. For me, mixed in with other pots in front, it's fine. Being cloth, they also are moldable in case you want to place them in tricky areas or corners. Think about parties that require more plant decorations - easy to place, fit, and later remove. Nice!I absolutely recommend Smart Pots. I have done gardening for quite some time, and worked with landscapers on occasion. These are about the easiest new tool out there for gardens. Simple and practical. I am absolutely going to get more when necessary.

A good smart pot but you can get the same kind of smart pot for cheaper else ware on amazon.

as advertised, no complaints.

Love this planter and so does the tree in it

Smaller than expected but seem to be ok up until now. Growing tomatoes in them

smart pot ottimi nella fattura e materiali ma solo il problema che non si possono pesare come un vaso in plastica . assenti di maniglie e non adatti a terreni con facile essicamento... inoltre bisogna sbatterli bene e rimuovere le radici incastrate nel tessuto. (non facile ). poi lavarli bene con sapone e infine asciugarli. ,,,procedimenti noiosi. ...