Air pruning occurs when a root comes in contact with the air on the side of a Smart Pot. The root tip stops growing and instead begins growing smaller side-roots. This fibrous root structure takes in more moisture and nutrients.
This is the opposite of what happens in a plastic container where a few thick roots circles the pot until it constricts itself.
Air-pruning produces a stronger, healthier root system resulting in healthier plants.
Smart Pots are incredibly durable and can be washed and reused over and over. We have customers who are still using their original bags purchased almost a decade ago.
- Soft-sided fabric aeration container that has the rigidity to hold its shape
- Provides aeration, enhancing root structure, resulting in a vigorous plant with more flowers and fruits and increased insect and disease resistance
- Allows excess heat to escape
- Developed for, and used by commercial tree growers