Biodegradable pots, what they are and how they are made

This new system of biodegradable pots is used to transfer a plant to a container or to the garden, to help the plant suffer less disturbance and stress. Also, these pots They break down naturally helping to have a and simple, also improving the oxygenation of the roots. There are many types of biodegradable pots, such as grow bags, bamboo ones, and better yet, those you can make yourself.

Benefits of biodegradable pots

• With the use of biodegradable materials of any type we help the plant not to feel stressed, This way we will prevent it from dehydrating or breaking its roots.
• We avoid using and it is not necessary to use germinators when directly taking the plant to the ground.
• By using biodegradable pots we will avoid manipulating the roots of the plantthis way we will not harm its development since the roots will be able to pass through the pot without any problem.
• As time passes, the pots They begin to decompose, providing nutrients that.
• These pots are 100% permeable, so promote root development which allows secondary roots to be generated that occupy the entire volume of the pot.
• Faster growth.
• Decrease the size of the pot to obtain a plant of the same size.
• Decreases planting density for the same surface.
• He transplant or planting are faster.
• It is a 100% biodegradable organic product that improves soil fertility when transformed into humus.
• industrial procedure that does not affect the environment.

What are biodegradable pots made of?

They are mainly composed of peat, these are vegetal fibers suitable for all crops that function as an inert material preventing compaction and dehydration of the substrateare composed of 80% wood fiber and 20% blonde peat.

Likewise, there are also some pots that are made with cow dung 100% renewable and compostable, which adds to the soil naturally, helping plants grow faster.

Other materials that are usually used for biodegradable pots are coconut fiberwhich constitutes a better environment for root development, aeration and drainage. EITHER the bamboowhich is designed to last for several years and when they reach the end of their useful life, you can let them decompose naturally.

How to make your own biodegradable pots

The good thing about this practice is that you will need few materials, or paper bags, dough, water and as a mold we will use a pot or a container of any shape you like that you already have at home. And follow the following:

1. Take the material you are going to use and cut small pieces, they do not have to be the same size.
2. Place the pieces in a container and pour water into them, let it rest for 24 hours.
3. Place the wet paper in the blender, add cold water to two-thirds of its capacity or as much as necessary so that the mixture is not so thick.
4. Strain the mixture, either through a sieve or straining cloth.
5. After straining, add dough to the mixture and knead until it becomes solid.
6. Place the mixture in your mold, distribute it correctly and leave it in the sun for 24 hours.
7. Once they have dried, remove from the container and that’s it, you can plant your plants and seeds.

How to use biodegradable pots

• When placing the seeds, just cover them once and measure their size so that they can rise to the surface.
• Once the seeds reach the germination stage, we will water with a sprayer to prevent the roots from becoming disturbed.
• Plants should be transplanted when their height is equal to or greater than the surface of the pot, since they grow both upwards and downwards.
• After germination, watering should be from the base of the pot, so the plants will have to be placed on a tray and irrigated by immersion, thus avoiding the accumulation of water on the surface.