Net pots?

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By Kevin01 -  Sat Jan 21, 2023 5:53 pm
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- Sat Jan 21, 2023 5:53 pm #429031

I occassionally see nep collectors use net pots. What are the pros and cons of net pots compared to pots with just regular bottom drainage?

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By Carnies -  Sat Jan 21, 2023 9:37 pm
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- Sat Jan 21, 2023 9:37 pm #429044

More aeration, I use it for some of my sundews and utrics and they both do well.

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By Supercazzola -  Sun Jan 22, 2023 5:07 am
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- Sun Jan 22, 2023 5:07 am #429072

More aeration is true. The con is that the media dries out more quickly than if it were not a net pot. That being said, I still use them. I like 5 or 6 inch net pots hanging in 8 inch pots. Gives me a bit of the best of both worlds.

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By Kevin01 -  Sun Jan 22, 2023 8:10 am
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- Sun Jan 22, 2023 8:10 am #429073

Super, if I understand you right, you put the net pot inside another pot? Wouldn't that defeat the purpose of the net pot?

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By Supercazzola -  Sun Jan 22, 2023 1:00 pm
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No, because there is air between the two due to size difference.

They seem to be happy with it.

The hanging pots due have drain holes.

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Re: Net pots?#429109

By Kevin01 -  Mon Jan 23, 2023 6:53 am
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- Mon Jan 23, 2023 6:53 am #429109

I see now, I was thinking of a tight fitting decorative pot, thanks for showing it

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