On 8/10/2010 11:24 AM, Frank wrote:
On 8/10/2010 1:41 PM, Kate wrote:
On 8/10/2010 4:35 AM, Frank wrote:
On Aug 9, 9:51 pm, wrote:
I have noticed that many stores do not sell the bases (can't think of
the official name) that go with plant pots anymore.

Therefore, I won't be drilling holes in the bottom of this pot for
drainage. I will be putting small rocks on the bottom for drainage and
planting a dwarf alberta spruce in it.

Has anyone done this and did the tree survive?

Thanks.

Kate

If pot were sold for use with a base it would already have holes in
it. I assume pot sold without holes is not made for a base. Some I
have like this outside, I drill holes in side about half way down to
prevent flooding if there is a lot of rain. Rock bottom is not going
to help if pot is full of water.
Thank you so much for this reply.

I think I will return the pot. If I drill holes in the sides, it will
ruin the look of the pot, plus it is sitting in front of my garage and
the driveway could be stained badly, eventually, with the affects of
Miracle Gro., etc., added to the watering can.

Probably best. Judicious watering if in the house would be OK but
outside rain will flood it and water log it.
True, and I will end up with roots that are rotting.