How much soil does one pot hold?

About 5 gallons of packed loose soil, or roughly 3.2 gallons of liquid. Fill to just below the rim and leave headspace for watering.

Will these pots survive more than one season?

The thick plastic and rolled rims resist cracking, and many gardeners reuse them for several years. Keep them out of prolonged direct sun and avoid dropping full pots to extend their life.

Do they work for starting seeds or only for large plants?

They are sized for established plants, tomatoes, peppers and shrubs. For seedlings, start in smaller cells and pot up into these once roots fill the smaller container.

Are the drainage holes enough for outdoor use?

Yes for most plants. In heavy rain, raise the pot on the included saucer or blocks so excess water drains freely and the base does not sit in a puddle.

Can I use them indoors?

Yes, with the saucer underneath to catch runoff. Use a chunky, free-draining mix, since a large pot indoors holds moisture longer than outdoors.

Where is the 5 Gallon 12 Inch Plastic Nursery Pots cheapest?

At GardenPro, for $111.99, as of our latest check.

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Our take on the 5 Gallon 12 Inch Plastic Nursery Pots

These are 12-inch round plastic nursery pots rated at 5 gallons of packed loose soil, sold as a set of five with a tray and saucer. The soft, flexible body and reinforced rolled rims make it easy to squeeze the pot and loosen a root ball for transplanting, and drainage holes at the base guard against waterlogged roots. They are a practical, reusable alternative to flimsy single-use nursery pots and to heavy ceramic planters, though the thin flexible walls and plain black finish suit working gardens more than display. Buyers use them for tomatoes, peppers, shrubs and overwintering perennials.

Best forGrowing tomatoes, peppers and other large annuals in containersNursery and seedling-to-field transplantingOverwintering shrubs and perennialsBudget-minded gardeners potting up several plants at once

Pros

Flexible body lets you squeeze out a root ball intact
Reinforced rolled rims hold up when a full pot is dragged
Drainage holes reduce standing water and root rot
Five pots per set covers several planting projects
Tray and saucer included with each pot

Cons

Thin plastic can crack if dropped or left in harsh sun
Plain black utilitarian look, not a display planter
Holds 5 gallons of packed loose soil, less by liquid volume
No handles, so a full pot is lifted by the rim

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5-pack of 12-inch plastic pots with 5-gallon capacity (5 gallons of packed loose soil or 3.2 gallons of liquid)
Soft, flexible body with reinforced rims makes loosening soil and transplanting easy
Drainage holes prevent water accumulation and root rot while maintaining proper moisture
Thick, long-lasting plastic with reinforced rolled rims resists breaking and cracking
Textured non-slip outer surface and rolled rims make full pots easier to move
Suitable for indoor and outdoor plants of many types

Sizes: 5Gallon-5P-Black
Materials: Plastic
Shipping: Tracked shipping on every U.S. order
Packs: 5-pack of pots
In the box: Tray, Saucer

About the 5 Gallon 12 Inch Plastic Nursery Pots

This is a pack of five black, round plastic nursery pots. Each pot is 12 inches across and holds 5 gallons. That is 5 gallons of packed loose soil or 3.2 gallons of liquid.

The pots are made of thick plastic with a soft, flexible body and reinforced rolled rims. The flexible body helps loosen soil for transplanting. The rolled rims make full pots easier to carry. The outer surface is textured to reduce slipping. The plastic resists breaking and cracking.

Each pot has drainage holes. They keep water from collecting, which helps prevent root rot and keeps moisture at a proper level. The pots can be used for indoor and outdoor plants.

Material: Plastic
Color: Black
Shape: Round
Capacity: 5 gallons each (640 fluid ounces)
Pack size: 5 pots
Dimensions: 11.8 x 11.8 x 7.9 inches (L x W x H)
Drainage: Drainage holes
Surface: Textured outer surface, reinforced rolled rims
Pattern: Solid
In the box: Tray, Saucer
Package dimensions: 12.1 x 12.0 x 12.0 inches (L x W x H)
Package weight: 2.95

Specifications

Material: PlasticSource
Color: BlackSource
Shape: RoundSource
Capacity

Questions and answers

How much soil does one pot hold?: About 5 gallons of packed loose soil, or roughly 3.2 gallons of liquid. Fill to just below the rim and leave headspace for watering.
Will these pots survive more than one season?: The thick plastic and rolled rims resist cracking, and many gardeners reuse them for several years. Keep them out of prolonged direct sun and avoid dropping full pots to extend their life.
Do they work for starting seeds or only for large plants?: They are sized for established plants, tomatoes, peppers and shrubs. For seedlings, start in smaller cells and pot up into these once roots fill the smaller container.
Are the drainage holes enough for outdoor use?: Yes for most plants. In heavy rain, raise the pot on the included saucer or blocks so excess water drains freely and the base does not sit in a puddle.
Can I use them indoors?: Yes, with the saucer underneath to catch runoff. Use a chunky, free-draining mix, since a large pot indoors holds moisture longer than outdoors.
Where is the 5 Gallon 12 Inch Plastic Nursery Pots cheapest?: At GardenPro, for $111.99, as of our latest check.