Why make flower pots out of plastic rather than ceramics?

tthe information details that im looking for is cost, ergonomics, material avaialbity, process of making them, ergonomics, functions and energy considerations

Why make flower pots out of plastic rather than ceramics?
Regarding the cost question, check out your local garden centre or B %26amp; Q/Homebase and compare the price of plastic and clay pots . Or go on the website and get the information that way.


Ergonomics: plastic is lighter and more robust, so transport cost are lower,and so are damage losses. Clay is a lot heavier and requires much more volume for the same numbers of items.


With oil reaching $130 + a barrel, plastics raw materials are going to increase in cost to a marked extent, and even with recycling, Plastic pots are going to rise in price. There wil be a price increase for clay pots, but mainly as a result of greater transportation costs.


Manufacture of clay pots is a very old technology, although the firing process will cause problems on both cost and pollution considerations. Plastic pots are only economic when produced in large numbers , requiring investment in very expensive machinery .


Regarding the aesthetics and function, without touching the items , I cannot tell the difference between a terracotta clay and plastic pot , at least in the larger sizes and when new, and there isn't a whole lot to choose between the two from a horticultural pov, so it's down to your own preferences.
Reply:Well cost is main consideration... Easily moulded plastic materials mean many shapes and forms can be created, Quicker to manufacture than earthenware or ceramic pots, They are not so good for plant care though. OK they do not dry out so easily as ceramic pots but do not last as long.. Also for larger pots and plants, possibly trees or shrubs, the pots are too light and if plant is top heavy will blow over in a strong wind. Cannot answer all your question relating to production costs or energy involved.