Filling a Bench With 5 x 5 Square White Pots
Square is the whole argument at this size. Flat sides butt against each other, so a bench of these holds more plants than the same bench of round pots of equal volume. Each one takes roughly 2 quarts, or half a gallon of media, in a 5 by 5 in footprint standing 7 in tall. A raised bottom with multiple drainage holes and slits keeps the base of the root zone in air rather than in runoff.
Why White Plastic Instead of Black at This Volume
White reflects rather than absorbs, which keeps a small volume of media from cooking under a light or in summer sun. That matters more here than in a large container, because half a gallon heats up quickly and cools down just as fast. The trade is light at the root zone. These want to be shoulder to shoulder on the bench rather than standing alone with sun on the sides.
Key Features
- Roughly half a gallon: About 2 quarts of media, sized for starts, cuttings and small vegetative plants.
- 5 x 5 in footprint, 7 in tall: Square sides pack tight on a bench where round pots would leave gaps between them.
- Case of 100: A full propagation bench in one case rather than a handful of pots at a time.
- Raised bottom with slits: Multiple drainage holes and side slits keep air at the base of the root zone.
- Reflective white plastic: Deflects heat instead of absorbing it, which matters most in a small media volume.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | HG5X5SW |
| Brand | Hydrofarm |
| Pot Size | 5 in x 5 in x 7 in |
| Volume | Approximately 2 quarts (0.5 gal) |
| Case Quantity | 100 |
| Color | White |
| Drainage | Raised bottom, multiple holes and slits |
| Material | Durable plastic |