When you are choosing greenhouse pots, think about the type of plants you want to grow. That way you can have a better idea what sizes you may need. Develop a budget for these containers, as this can help you decide whether to buy plastic or clay pots. Decide if you may want to take plants out of the greenhouse and set them on a patio or deck, because you may want a more stylish container if this is the case.
Make a list of the plants you want to grow in your greenhouse. After that, do some research to see what size containers are recommended for each type. Write this information down next to the plants on your list. That way, you can select greenhouse pots that will accommodate them when the plants reach maturity, which can help you avoid transplanting them when they get too large.
Try to determine how much money you can afford to spend on greenhouse pots. Take into consideration the price of seeds and cost of operating your greenhouse when setting a budget. Think about the number of containers you might need to buy so you can get a better idea of how much you can spend on each one.
After you have established a budget, compare the prices of various greenhouse pots. Disposable greenhouse pots are often cheaper than clay containers, but may not be as durable. Think about trying to reuse disposable pots, or creating your own from materials you already have. Reusing materials you already own may allow you to purchase a few decorative containers for specimens that might be displayed on your deck or patio during the summer months.
You may be using your greenhouse simply to start seedlings for transplant later. If this is the case, you may want to look for greenhouse pots designed for seedlings. These containers usually consist of trays with small sections big enough for one or two seeds. You may also want to consider peat pots, which can be planted directly into the ground once the seedling is big enough to do so.
Once you are happy with your selection of greenhouse pots, you may want to write down some information about the suppliers for future reference. Keep a notebook with the name of the company, address, type of container, price, phone number, and website if applicable. This can help you easily find the right container should you need to purchase additional ones later.