Coir Containers

Coir (coconut husk) is an effective alternative to peat when starting plants. Coir containers have fibrous walls that absorb and retain water readily, allow air and water transfer for healthy root growth, and promote air pruning of roots. Planting them directly in the garden saves time, avoids mess and prevents transplant shock; once planted, roots penetrate easily, so plants become established quickly.

We offer coir grow strips (one-piece units of multiple square cells), as well as round coir pots, 3" in top diameter. Grow strips make efficient use of space, and you can carry several seedlings at one time (use scissors to separate cells for planting). Eight-cell grow strips measure about 5" x 10", with 2-1/4" square cells. Ten-cell strips measure 4" x 9-3/4", with 1-3/4" square cells. Either strips or pots can be used to start seedlings or root cuttings; choose the larger containers for faster-growing plants.