Hydroculture plant roots have been specially adapted to grow in hydrogranules, which creates a smaller, more fleshy and hardier root system. Liners: Modern pots and planters come in all types of materials from ceramic, natural, composite, metal and fibreglass to create that wow factor in their setting. For plants in soil the key size in determining the maturity and fullness of a plant is the diameter of the grow pot.

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For round shaped decorative pots we provide the external diameter of the widest point so you get a sense of how large the pot is on the outside, as well as the width of the opening. To keep pots looking pristine and avoiding damage to floors and furnishings the solution is to include a flexible liner inside the pot. These plant pots are not guaranteed 100% watertight: use a waterproof liner to protect against moisture damage.The roots above the granules will pull the water gently out of the granules (capillary action) to keep them moist but not wet. This results in mature plants being available in smaller grow pots than their soil based equivalents. Liners can also be cut down to size with scissors for a neater fit if they bulge inwards slightly at the top.

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Important: The opening measurement of the decorative pot is the size of the access hole for inserting the plant's grow pot as well as an indication of the minimum liner size needed. Note: If the shape of the planter tapers strongly at the base, it might not be wide enough for your plant to sit squarely at the bottom. The soil should not be so shallow that without drainage the roots will sit in water, nor so deep that the water drains below the roots leaving the plant to dry out. Hydroculture plants are measured the same way as soil plants, however the grow pots are sized by diameter plus their standardised heights, which allows a water meter to be fitted.Liners come in various sizes to fit the internal dimensions of the pot and can be trimmed down to size to create an unobtrusive barrier for the plant and soil to be potted into, whilst protecting the pot from unsightly calcium or fertiliser deposits from the soil. Compare this to the size of the opening of your chosen decorative pot and ensure it is big enough to insert the plant's grow pot through the opening (see diagram below). Plants suitable for hanging may be depicted in a hanging grow pot, the actual grow pot used to ship the plant might not include these attachments. Artstone planters include a non-removable water reservoir, which raises the internal base height of the planter. The grow pot height is standardised (normally 12cm or 19cm) and shown on the size option for each hydroculture plant.

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For smaller plants (up to 14cm grow pots) you should go slightly smaller and for larger plants (above 24cm) you can add 2-3cm without the pot looking too large for the plant.Check your planter will be tall enough to hide the grow pot if you are not re-potting directly into the planter.

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This ensures the root system is surrounded in optimum moisture content rather than it draining to the bottom beyond the roots. For modern decorative plant pots without drainage holes the grow pot could be stood inside the pot on a saucer, or in a pot liner for extra protection. Tall Planters: Fill the base of the planter with polystyrene foam or other packaging material that will not compress, up to the required height, then sit the plant liner on top with the repotted plant in the liner.Ensure the external height of your decorative pot is at least 2-3cm higher than the grow pot height of the hydroculture plant.