Special containers can eliminate the care flaws of inexperienced gardeners. And improper planting in the wrong pot can cause root rot and sudden illness or death of the plant. Next, we will tell you about one of the options for a flowerpot called Crown, we will give its description, reviews, advantages and disadvantages.
Peculiarities
- This container is specially designed to bring home growing conditions for orchids closer to what they are used to. This design allows you to properly maintain the plant, practically avoiding the possibility of water stagnation thanks to the tray where drainage can be made.
- They also allow you to easily saturate the roots of the flower with oxygen, because the pot has through holes, despite which the substrate remains inside the container.
Reference! Flower growers who use such a pot note that orchids grow and bloom in them much more actively than in ordinary ones, because, as mentioned above, this container can “recreate” the wild conditions in which almost all types of orchids are accustomed to growing.
What types is it suitable for?
The orchid is an unusually beautiful plant, but extremely capricious when grown at home. This is easily explained by the fact that in the wild this flower is accustomed to an epiphytic lifestyle.
This means that most varieties of orchids grow on trees without putting down roots in the soil . Consequently, in a pot of soil our beauty will have no choice but to suffocate.
This applies to varieties such as Phalaenopsis or Vanda. But not all orchids get everything they need from air and light; there are also those for which ordinary ceramic pots are suitable.
Advantages and disadvantages
Today, there is no container that could be considered the most convenient and practical for growing orchids, except for the crown of the Pot. The huge color palette and minimalistic appearance allow you to place the container anywhere, because it will fit into almost any interior.
For a beginner in gardening, the Crown pot is an ideal option , as the drainage system can make caring for the plant easier. The use of such a container ensures that the roots do not rot or dry out, because through the translucent walls you can monitor their condition and take measures to eliminate problems almost immediately. It also helps to immediately establish proper watering.
Thanks to the through gaps, liquid evaporates quickly, causing the air around the plant to become humid. It is in such conditions that orchids feel very good and comfortable.
Using the Corona pot is completely safe for both humans and plants, since the acrylic from which it is made does not emit any harmful substances.
And now about why it’s bad. Due to the fact that most of the roots are exposed due to through holes, the plant's substrate dries out quickly and therefore it needs more frequent watering. Also, due to the rather wide holes, problems with replanting may arise : the roots wrap around the rods, which is very problematic, because as a result of a couple of awkward movements they can easily be damaged.
Pot “Crown” for orchids
Description
The Crown pot is a specific product that was designed specifically for orchids and taking into account their characteristics . The set consists, in fact, of the pot itself, which can only be called by this word conditionally, and a pallet.
The container has a base in the form of a disk, along the radius of which there are rods of the same height, in the form of a palisade. Between the rods there are gaps - gaps through which the system is easily ventilated. The container is attached to the pallet using grooves.
Pot "Crown".
The main feature of the pot is the possibility of sufficient ventilation of the root system, which is vital for epiphytic representatives of the orchid family. The container itself is located slightly above the level of the bottom of the pan, which allows it to collect a small amount of water, which, evaporating, will maintain a humid microclimate around the plant.
This pot is intended more for epiphytic (lithophytic) species of orchids:
- phalaenopsis;
- Wanda;
- dendrobium;
- Cattleya, etc.
Such an orchid will feel better in the “Crown” than in other container options.
Advantages and disadvantages
The “Crown” pot is not an ordinary product, but specially made taking into account the needs of epiphytic orchids. From this follow its main advantages, and from them, naturally, its disadvantages.
Advantages:
- design, as it is designed specifically for epiphytes;
- the gaps between the vertical rods of the “Crown” provide sufficient ventilation and access of light to the roots of the orchid, they begin to breathe, thereby reducing the likelihood of rotting, as well as the appearance of mold;
- optimal gradation of container sizes;
- a wide palette of colors allows you to fit the new flowerpot into any interior;
- a light weight.
What's bad:
- the unusual design requires the adaptation of both the plant itself to new living conditions and the grower to new conditions of care;
- the ventilation of the pot in conditions of low air humidity in apartments causes the need for more frequent watering. However, this disadvantage is leveled out in greenhouses or greenhouses, where humidity is maintained at a high level;
- light weight may cause the pot to accidentally fall;
- fragile rods can break if hit on a hard surface.
The pot has an unusual design that will take some getting used to.
How to choose?
If “Crown” is chosen as a flowerpot, then it is necessary to select a size so that the pot that needs to be placed can easily fit inside the flowerpot. In the case of planting plants directly in pots, it is necessary to select the size of the container based on the size of the plant and the volume of the root system:
- if the plant is healthy and the root system has clearly outgrown the old pot, then the new one should be about 10% larger than the old one;
- if for some reason the orchid has lost part of the root system, then it is necessary to take a smaller container corresponding to the current state of the roots.
Color is also important; you need to take this into account when choosing and choose a color that will harmoniously fit into the interior.
"Crown" has a wide color palette.
How to choose?
In order to properly purchase a flower pot, you only need to follow a few simple rules:
- The height of the orchid and the height of the pot should be at least approximately the same (but in no case should the pot be taller than the flower!), and, accordingly, its width should accommodate the entire root system.
- The gaps between the rods of the pot should be smaller than the thickness of the roots so that they do not wrap around the rods, which can damage them during replanting.
- It is very important to choose the right size, since orchids do not like either crowded conditions or a large amount of substrate. You need to choose one in which the root system will fit freely with a little space around the edges.
Correct transplant
On the inside of the package there are instructions for transplanting the orchid into the “Crown”. Everything is quite prosaic - the transplantation is fundamentally the same as for other containers. Before planting the plant, the newly purchased pot must be washed in warm water. Then the prepared substrate is poured onto 1/3 of the volume of the flowerpot. The plant itself is carefully placed inside the pot and the roots are straightened out.
Make sure that the orchid roots are not damaged. It’s okay if some of the roots are peeking out; don’t try to force them inside - you might break them. Holding the plant with one hand, fill the remaining empty space with the substrate with the other.
The substrate does not need to be compacted, but it is necessary to ensure that the plant is securely fastened and does not sway during random movements.
Transplant instructions.
Advice! To secure, you can use bamboo rods and soft wire or women's tights as a garter directly to the pot.
Where to buy and what is its approximate cost?
The main manufacturer of such pots is Moscow. The price in their online store is approximately 300 rubles, and the standard height of the pot varies from 8 to 13 cm, diameter from 10 to 13 cm.
Residents of the capital can easily buy such pots in specialized stores, while those from other cities will have to order them from an online store. For example, one of the most popular is Ozon.ru, but this will be somewhat more expensive: the 12x13 option (standard size) will cost about 450 rubles. In less popular stores you can find it for 150 - 300 rubles, but the size will be slightly smaller.
Advantages and disadvantages of the Crown
Like any design, a pot created specifically for exotic flowers has its advantages and disadvantages.
Main advantages
The main advantages include:
- good ventilation;
- good lighting of the roots;
- optimal size;
- wide color range of designs;
- ease.
The color range is so wide that it’s easy to choose the right color for any interior. The flowerpot is lightweight and easy to use. The view is unusual, but interesting. Mold will never appear on the roots in such a pot.
The flower needs good care
The transparency of the walls allows you to see the state of the substrate and roots. If necessary, quickly eliminate maintenance deficiencies.
Corona is safe because... made of material that does not release toxins.
Large holes make it possible to use a large substrate and avoid root germination.
Flaws
Ventilation of the pot from all sides reduces humidity in the hot atmosphere of the apartment. Therefore, it is necessary to water the plant more often.
In greenhouses or large greenhouses, humidity is maintained artificially, so this drawback is invisible.
Light weight entails accidental falls, which result in broken stems. Orchids have them that are fragile and will not withstand a hit against a hard floor or wall.
When using a shallow substrate, the roots grow outward and difficulties arise during replanting. Sometimes the root system is damaged. To prevent this from happening, it is better to use sphagnum for the bottom layer.
Consequences of wrong choices and their prevention
most people make when choosing a pot for an orchid is the wrong size. There is no need to look for “growth.”
Important! The orchid is characterized by unhurried and measured growth, so there is no need to rush. It is extremely important to choose one in which the orchid will feel comfortable.
- Choosing a pot that is too large can result in stagnation of moisture in the substrate and further rotting of the plant roots. A large amount of soil simply will not have time to dry out within a certain period of time (7 - 10 days), even despite the wide gaps between the wall rods.
- In turn, a small pot can create a lack of moisture, since a small amount of soil will dry out very quickly, and the roots will not be able to fit in such a small space, which can lead to their drying out.
Thanks to the Crown pot, which was specially designed taking into account all the features of growing orchids, this process has become very simple even for beginners in this business, because such a container will easily provide the flower with sufficient light, a moderate amount of moisture and air.
Full growth and development of an orchid is impossible without a properly selected container. Find out whether it needs a transparent pot and how to plant the plant on a block or in a glass container. We also invite you to evaluate the ready-made balanced soil for Seramis epiphytes.
General rules of care
Indoor orchids have several varieties and types. Each of them differs in its color and flower shape.
Proper care will ensure good condition of the plant and long flowering. The basic rules of care include:
- location selection;
- watering;
- lighting;
- air humidity;
- choosing a pot with a tray or a flowerpot.
Each of these points is important. But you should start by choosing a vessel in which this indoor splendor will spend its life.
Useful video
Watch a video about “crown” pots for orchids:
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