Unpopular Opinion: Orchid Pots with Holes Suck
After years of using orchid pots with holes/slits/openings/aeration on the sides I've settled on the opinion that they are not necessary and they create a mess for plants in trays. The holes mostly serve as an emergency exit for roots, where they can escape and enter other pots through side holes. This makes repotting quite a battle, necessitating a harsh removal from the tray and other neighbor pots. It increases the likelihood of cross contamination. It reduces the amount of roots contained in the pot, and therefore the health of the plant.
Instead of pots with holes just use quicker drying media and increase airflow.
This does not really apply for hanging baskets.
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