Anytime you plant or repot a plant, choosing the right container is important.
With some plants, you can get creative, like this “baby chick” from a sempervivum plant (hens and chicks) that I transplanted into a shell.
There are so many fun containers out there, and I am confident you can find something to compliment any personality and home decor style.
However, there are some considerations that should be made for plant health and utility. Almost all plants need their soil to drain after watering; roots will rot in standing water.
So what can you do when you find that perfect, adorable container – but it does not have drainage holes?
If the container is plastic, you may be able to create drainage holes using a utility knife or drill (Just be safe! Use gloves, safety goggles, and know how to use your tool of choice properly!) Afterward, place something under the container to catch the water drainage.
If the container is ceramic, glass, etc, you can simply find a slightly smaller plastic container (with drainage holes) that fits inside the ceramic container. After each watering, lift the inner plastic container, pour off any excess water, and replace it in the ceramic container.
Here’s hoping you and your plants have a wonderful winter.
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