Coir pots, also known as coco pots is a natural decomposable alternative for plastic pots. They are made out of natural coconut fibres that are held together using natural latex. The commitment to promote sustainable horticulture and gardening practices can be achieved through adapting to this product.
Base material | Coconut fibre and compounded latex | |||
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Size | ||||
Top diameter (mm) | 101 mm | 203 mm | 254 mm | |
Height (mm) | 90 mm | 178 mm | 220 mm | |
Net weight (grams) | 55 g | 350 g | 475 g | |
Packaging | In a corrugated box, strapped on a pallet |
When a plant grows in a coir pot, a root tries to penetrate the pot wall. At this instance, the contact with atmosphere stops the root from penetrating, thus the root bud starts to develop throughout within the pot. Here in, the roots are aerially pruned within the pot.