What size pots to use in a 4x4 tent???

[Redwasp]

I posted some pics in another thread of plants in 7 gallon air pots. Next grow im going to bigger pots on my photos. Im pretty sure i could get better yields with a larger root system. The autos are so far doing just fine in 7 gallon pots.

https://forum.growweedeasy.com/forum/growing-community/get-help-for-marijuana-plant-problems/213981-pictures

[iGrow420710]

They look smaller than 7 gal

[Campesino]

They look just like 7-gallon fabric pots to me... I use them too

[Redwasp]

Nope they are 7 gallon fabric/air pots. They are just big plants. I have 1 gallon, 3 gallon, 5 gallon, and 7 gallon. All those in pics are the 7s.

I thought the same thing when i first got them. That they were not that big. Until you fill them with soil. Takes a full bag of ffof to fill 2 of them.

[iGrow420710]

Redwasp Campesino Now considering a 7Gal fabric pot... How would i pot up?

[Redwasp]

Not sure exactly what your asking.

[Campesino]

I think about earlier pot sizes...
In Soil, I'd do a second step at 2-3 gallon or 7.5L - almost regardless of final container size.
In Coco, my second step is much smaller, only 1/2 gallon.

[Redwasp]

I start in a rapid rooter. When i see the roots i then go to peat pots that are about the size of a solo cup. The roots will just grow through the pot itself. So when its time for a bigger pot you just plant the whole thing, pot and all. When i see roots in the peat pots i go to a 1 gallon air/fabric pot. When the plants get big enough i then go to the 7 gallon pots. Even with autos ive never had a plant show signs of slowing down due to transplanting this way. This makes it very easy to water and not have to worry about under or over watering.

[Redwasp]

I tried going from 1 gallon to 3 gallon but the plants are growing so fast by the time they leave the gallon pots that it seemed like an unnecessary step. They fill the 7 gallon pots very quickly.

[Campesino]

Yes, 3 stages is really ideal. I like and agree with your transplant regime.
I think peat pots are a great idea in soil! I'd line the hole with a little perlite before lowering in the peat pot at "transplant"

[iGrow420710]

So I went to a hydroponic store to get a quote of all my required items. looked at pot sizes.. and have finally come to the conclusion of starting in a jiffy pellet.. 2L pot, 10L pot and finally a 26L smart pot

[iGrow420710]

Just out of interest does anyone have any views on circle pots or square pots?

[Redwasp]

As long as its an air pot (what i think you are calling a smart pot) i dont think it will matter what shape the pot is.

[Campesino]

In related news, I have been tempted to switch to air-pots for some time, and every time they come up it tempts me again.
I love drainage and aeration!

[Redwasp]

My brain kind of adds the 2 together. They both have the same purpose. Better drainage, better breathing, and thus a better root system. Air pots are just more expensive. Lol But as long as he is talking about one of those 2 types pots the shape shouldnt matter.

[Campesino]

Yes, round or square doesn't matter.

But if you can choose dimensions, tall and skinny is better than short and squat. Again, love of drainage. There are two different styles of 7-gallon fabric pots, for example - a short/squat one and a tall skinny one.