plant pot sizes cm Rain 14 Clear Nursery Pot - 14cm x 12.5cm - 1.3L

plant pot sizes cm Rain 14 Clear Nursery Pot - 14cm x 12.5cm - 1.3L*Singles $1. 25 each* *Save & get 6 for $6 ($1 each)* Size This is the Rain 14 which measures: A little under 14cms wide across the top 12. 5cms tall 10cms wide across the base Matching saucer available here > (note: volume below is based on filling to the top, no allowance for roots or a lower soil level to prevent overflow when watering, you will likely need less than these amounts) Rain 7 MINI 6. 5cms x 7cms volume 170 mls Rain DEEP MINI 5cm x 11.

*Singles $1.25 each*

*Save & get 6 for $6 ($1 each)*

Size

This is the Rain 14 which measures:

A little under 14cms wide across the top

12.5cms tall 

10cms wide across the base 

Matching saucer available here >


(note: volume below is based on filling to the top, no allowance for roots or a lower soil level to prevent overflow when watering, you will likely need less than these amounts)

Rain 7 MINI - 6.5cms x 7cms - volume 170 mls

Rain DEEP MINI - 5cm x 11.5cms - volume 220ml

Rain 8 - 7.5cms x 8cms - volume 330 mls

Rain 10 - 10cms x 10cms - volume 0.75 litre / 750 mls

Rain 12 - 11.5cms x 12cms  - volume 1 litre

Rain 14 - 14cms x 12.5cms - volume 1.3 litres THIS SIZE

Rain 15 - 15cms x 14.5cms - volume 2 litres

Rain 17 - 17cm x 15cm - volume 2.5 litres 

Rain 18 - 18cm x 18cm - volume 3.3 litres 

Rain 20 - 20cm x 19.5cms - volume 4.7 litres

Rain 23 - 23cms x 20.5cms - volume 6 litres 

How much soil will you need?

All volumes are approximate but use the volume above as a guide to work out how much soil or other substrates you need. Remember to allow for the plant's roots, they can take up more room than you might think. Also note volume is based on filling to the top (with no plant), but you wouldn't normally fill right to the top of the pot, otherwise you'll get overflow when you water. 

 Which cover pots do these fit?  

If you prefer a cover pot instead of using your clear pot by itsef: 


Rain 14 fit the 16cm Elho cover pots in Brussels, B For Soft and Vibes, however may need some pebbles added at the bottom to lift the clear pot edge up closer to the edge of the cover pot depending on what you prefer.

You get a decent amount of breathing room around the edges in the 16cm cover pots for better airflow so you don't end up with fungi setting up home. Not a tight fit, so easy to lift in and out for watering.

What pot size should you up go to when repotting?  

As a general rule, it's best to only go up one to two pot sizes when repotting. Too big an increase can increase the risk of root rot and temporarily stunt or slow down foliage growth. Too much more soil can increase root rot by holding too much water for too long. Too much more soil can also stunt or slow foliage growth while plants divert their energy to root growth to fill in the new space. 


One pot size is about 2cms wider than what you plant is in now. For example, from a 12cm wide to a 14cm wide pot, depending on the pot heights. If your new pot is both taller and wider, that may account for moving up two pot sizes, so do check both height and width.

What are Rain clear pots made of?  

Rain pots are recyclable (recycle code 5), made of the same type of thermoplastic used for food, such as kids lunchboxes to medicine bottles. I prefer this type of plastic for plants because it has:

• High chemical resistance to reduce leaching, making them a better choice when using fertiliser so nutrients stay available to roots and don't build-up over time.

• High heat resistance, handy for sun lovers indoors, and for cleaning with hot enough water to kill any baddies if you ever get pests. Also top rack safe in the dishwasher.

• Great clarity for use when you want to see what's inside, ideal to keep an eye on root health.

• Low moisture loss making it easier to predict when your plants need watering again, and a great option for heated, dry-air conditions like a typical kiwi winter.

• BPA free for peace of mind.