Overall Benefits. -Pots can be washed, sterilized & re-used.
-Creates insulation from winter cold. -Allows roots to cool in summer heat. -Allows air & water to freely pass through. -Great with drip systems and overheads. -Decreases risk of transplant shock. -Perfect for aquatic plants. -Will withstand UV rays. -Stronger healthier starts. -Better use of water and nutrients. -Quicker growing times. -Better drainage.
Key Points for Commercial Grower -Reduces wind blow over in can yards.
-Prevents roots from circling. -Can be used with potting machines. -Stacks great on trucks for shipping. -No trunk wrap needed -no sharp edges. -Great for above ground growing. -Great for pot in pot and field liners. -Creates fibrous root structure
Key Points for the Indoor Hydroponic Grower -Shorter vegetative cycle.
-Quicker transition to hardening off cycle. -Produces bigger yields. -Promotes dense vigorous root growth. -Works great with ebb and flow. -Promotes the activity of beneficial biology. -For soil and soilless gardens.