Galvanised Metal Pots

moonpenny

I bought some really tall metal pots last yr and would like to put something like small bay trees or shrubs in them.

However, there are no holes in the bottom (don't know how I would put holes in!) and am worried about the plants becoming too hot in them.

Also, as they are really deep, would it be best to put a "pot within a pot" as they are going to take a whole lot of filling.

Any advice appreciated!.

laurel7172

It's easy to put holes in the bottom-just use a hammer and a nail. With the really cheap ones (not that I'm saying yours are) you can sometimes create holes just by jabbing the base with a screwdriver.

A plastic pot within a pot would certainly provide more insulation (in winter as well as summer), but you might lose some of the benefits of the bigger pot...

moonpenny

Thanks! laurel7172

The pots are quite thick, but will try the nail thing.
Depending what plants I put in, I think I will go with another one inside.

bac86

use a drill.

zzzLazyDaisy

AND eye protectors - metal splinters can do a lot of damage!