AusBonsai

Hey everyone,

I’m curious to know if anyone knows where I can get shorter black plastic pots for slip potting? The only pots I can find retail are the Bunnings black plastic pots but, they are pretty tall. I know I could cut them down to size but, it feels like a waste of plastic because I grow heaps of other plants.

My local bonsai shop owner said he buys his from a wholesaler but, didn’t say where. He gave me a few which I’m appreciative of but, would like more!

I live in Perth so I’d probably have to order online so, if anyone knows of any place I’d greatly appreciate it!

Thank you!

Any of your pond or orchid shops other wise the old eBay.
Cheers
Kirky

I buy low profile pots from The orchid Pot Company in Port Maquarie - https://www.theorchidpotco.com/ made in Port Maquarie but shipped all over.
15cm, 20cm and 30 cm pots - all around 10cm deep. Just checked the product list and see they have introduced a couple more even shallower pots.

Bering orchid pots they have excellent drainage holes. I've found I need to line the 30 cm pots because the outer holes are large enough to let potting mix fall through slowly over time.

Note that there's a nursery levy, GST and shipping cost to add on top of the quoted prices but still good value for low profile pots.

Hi mate , an alternative to pots is planter bags .I have been using them for well over 15 years , available in many sizes from tall to squat . Currently have around 200 bags in use

I prefer tall bags and roll them down to create various heights to suit individual trunks The bigger the bags ie 15-20 litre , 200-350mm diameter , the thicker the film .
I have used 5-10 litre bags which have served the purpose well for the last 10 years also

I still have bags in use from the original purchases with little or no deterioration from age or sun .

Postage is cheap due to the fact they are flat , storage is even easier .

Cheers Ian

Thanks for the posts, I appreciate it! I’ll look into the website for the short pots. I also didn’t even consider planter bags, I shall grab a few and give it a go. Thanks, that’s an awesome tip!

The orchid shops tend to call the lower pots "squat pots", that may help you to search. I have bought them on ebay as well.