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Large plastic plant pot supplier?

LeadFarmerLeadFarmer Posts: 1,500
edited August 2023 in Plants
Anyone able to recommend a supplier of large plastic plant pots, bigger than what you might find in a typical garden centre, maybe 10L upwards pease?

I have some large plants that I need to pot on as the area they are going into isn't ready yet, thanks.

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  • EmptyheadtimeEmptyheadtime Posts: 366
    I find Elixir garden supplies really good value and have bought lots of various sized pots from them over the years. Usually get 10% off too (elixir10 code I think).
  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 12,585
    edited August 2023
    I can recommend Brookside for pots, very good quality. They do 20 and 30 litres as well. 
    https://www.brooksidenursery.co.uk/recyclable-taupe-grey-10ltr-plastic-plant-pots-pack-of-10.html

  • LeadFarmerLeadFarmer Posts: 1,500
    edited August 2023
    Thanks, I've just been out and measured their current pots which are 40cm diameter so they are probably already in 20L pots, perhaps I need to be looking at 30L+? I see both Elixir and Brookside Nursery have them.
  • AnniDAnniD Posts: 12,585
    What type of plants are you talking about?  That might have a bearing on the pot size  :)
  • philippasmith2philippasmith2 Posts: 3,742
    If it is only a temporary solution - ie until you have prepared their planting site, a compost bag would probably do the job if you use decent soil/compost and ensure sufficient drainage holes.  It would save both expense and being left with surplus pots you may not otherwise make future use of.
  • bullfinchbullfinch Posts: 692
    I've bought some, roughly the size of a half barrel, from Wilko. You do have to make your own drainage holes in the bottom, but it's not too tricky. They are great value too.  Tho I don't know if they will have any in stock atm, because of their problems 😐 might be worth a look tho?
  • LeadFarmerLeadFarmer Posts: 1,500
    edited August 2023
    Emptyheadtime said:
    I find Elixir garden supplies really good value and have bought lots of various sized pots from them over the years. Usually get 10% off too (elixir10 code I think).
    Thanks, I've just ordered a set of 5 x Elixir 35L pots with saucers for £41 from Amazon...




  • punkdocpunkdoc Posts: 15,039
    Have you considered black buckets from DIY stores, £1 each, easy to make holes in the bottom. I grow Dahlias and Cannas in them.
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  • FairygirlFairygirl Posts: 55,117
    edited August 2023
    They're ideal @punkdoc. I've often used them. 
    A standard bucket is 3 gallons, so that's about 13/14 litres.
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  • EmptyheadtimeEmptyheadtime Posts: 366
    edited August 2023
    LeadFarmer said:
    Emptyheadtime said:
    I find Elixir garden supplies really good value and have bought lots of various sized pots from them over the years. Usually get 10% off too (elixir10 code I think).
    Thanks, I've just ordered a set of 5 x Elixir 35L pots with saucers for £41 from Amazon...




    If its not too late I would buy direct and avoid the amazon premium.  Looks to be £37 on their site (and you can get an extra 10%off).

    https://elixirgardensupplies.co.uk/product/large-pots-with-handles-optional-saucers/
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