Step-by-Step Guide

01

Quart size container

Plants 1 year to 18 months old
4 x 4 x 9 inch

Most often, quart-size pots contain young shrubs and flowering plants. These well-rooted plants are a great value but are still young and require some extra care in planting and protection from the extreme cold or heat until they are well established. Ensure a vigorous start with these healthy, well-established plants that will perform well in the landscape.

02

#1 size container

Plants 18 months to 2.5 years old
5 x 5 x 12 inch
~1 gallon

These are still young plants but they are nice, full healthy well-rooted plants. They still require some care in planting and for winter and summer exposure to ensures they will perform for years to come. This is a great starter size.

03

#2 size container

Plants 2 to 3 years old
~2 gallons

Typically, plants in these containers are 2 – 3 years old, with slower growers being up to 4 years old. These plants are so popular because they are the performers.

04

#3 size container

Plants 2 to 4 years old
~3 gallons

Plants in these containers can be the same age as the #2 container plant but are slightly larger, more robust plants. The #3 container offers more space for root development – additional space allows the roots to spread out more freely, resulting in stronger, sturdier plants that have increased resilience to environmental stressors.

05

#5 size container

Plants 3 to 5 years old
~5 gallons

Instant landscape size. Heavy-rooted plants in #5 containers produce an immediate effect on the landscape. They’ll give you a wonderful, bold impression of whatever that plant’s character should be.

The Ultimate Guide for Plant Pot Sizes