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Better alternatives to Plastic Plant Pots

Black plastic nursery pots are rarely recycled and pile up in sheds. Terra cotta and fabric pots promote better root health and eliminate plastic waste.

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Quick comparison

AlternativeEco ScoreWhy it's betterLink
Terra Cotta Pots9.5/10Porous for root health, natural aesthetic, durable.View
Fabric Grow Bags9.1/10Air prunes roots, lightweight, washable.View
Biodegradable Pots (Coir)8.7/10Plant directly in ground, zero transplant shock.View

Recommended swaps

Terra Cotta Pots

Eco Score: 9.5/10
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Porous for root health, natural aesthetic, durable.

Fabric Grow Bags

Eco Score: 9.1/10
View

Air prunes roots, lightweight, washable.

Biodegradable Pots (Coir)

Eco Score: 8.7/10
View

Plant directly in ground, zero transplant shock.

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