12" metal basket for $5.00
Went to a Mexican swap meet to look for the long poles with a hook at the end that's used to hang clothes on a rack. Need it for some of my hanging plants that are as high as 9' off the ground. Found it alright for $7.00 each.
Also found an unexpected bonus.
Nick
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orchidnick
10 years agoWhen you pull it apart it yields a 12" metal basket which was my main target. I can only get plastic pots up to 8" either squares or round buckets. Anything bigger than that has to be wooden baskets which eventually deteriorate. I have been looking for something durable bigger than 8" and was happy to find this thing.
Nick
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10 years agoAs a bonus you also end up with this 8" basket which is left over after you dismantle the combination of the 2. Now there is no shortage of 8" plastic baskets but it will be used anyway.
This thing is item # CIT6005 distributed by Citrus International Inc in LA. They won't deal with the public but will probably identify a seller in your area such as 'Bed, Bath and Beyond' if you need one of these.
I'm happy with this find.
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10 years agoI think most plants do better in open baskets as compared to pots. Properly managed pots are, of course, just fine. I'm a heavy waterer and have many Masdies, Dracs, _Pleuros and other water loving plants so open baskets are the way to go for me.
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