10 Gallon Grow Bag

Free-Circulating Air

These grow bags are made of felt (non-woven, pressed fabric), which has small holes in it to allow the free circulation of air. This free circulation of air benefits the roots of plants by allowing them to more efficiently absorb water and nutrients from the soil. In traditional plastic, ceramic, or clay pots, the roots of a plant will grow out and hit the edge of the container. When this happens, the root system is not being used efficiently, which limits the ability of the plant to pick up nutrients. Plants that grow in traditional pots are also susceptible to temperature shock in warmer weather, due to the surface of the pot absorbing more heat.

Self-Pruning

Grow bags encourage the plants to self-prune. As the root of a plant hits an air pocket, the plant will automatically prune the root, creating a side bud. The plant then develops a solid, fibrous root system, which allows for a greater surface of root hairs. If you wish to transplant some plants that have been previously grown in traditional containers, you can break up the root systems to encourage growth. Some more fragile plants may not do well if their roots are broken up, so make sure you know which plants are intolerant to this.

Companion Planting

Companion planting in grow bags encourages the mixed growth of plants. In a small “ecosystem” such as a grow bag, there are complex root systems as well as a mix of soil microbes in sister plants that will help feed each other.

Easy to Water

Grow bags take away the guesswork of watering your plants. There are small holes and pores in the pressed fabric which allow any excess water to drain. While grow bags reduce your chances of over-watering, there is still a risk of under-watering the plants. Since air circulates so freely throughout the grow bag, the soil can dry out rather quickly. Be sure to water regularly.