Can you leave the drainage plugs in and fill the planter with water for indoor plants?
193558
It looks like you probably could. Mine have been outside all summer. I left the plugs in place, so they would hold more moisture and not dry out quickly. (Mine are in direct sunlight most of the day.) There are four holes for drainage. I'd suggest if you're putting them inside, that you put a little plate under each hole to try it out before you trust it not to leak, or maybe line the entire flower box with plastic sheeting (cut to fit) before you put in your potting soil. I hope this helps.
193559
Yes, but be careful that you don't overfill and give your plants root rot. : )
193560
I've only used them as outdoor planters with the plug out, so I'm not sure whether there would be any leakage with the plugs remaining in,
193561
I would do that but using small stones on bottom so there is some drainage for the soil to avoid saturation.
193562
Before we filled this with plants, we put it outside with the plugs left in. It rained, and it did hold water. I didn't check to see if it leaked, though. If I planned on using it indoors, I'd probably put a tray under it to catch drips. Indoor plants need proper drainage, too.
193563
I think it might be a good idea no matter indoor or out. I unplugged mine outdoors, and the water runs out super fast. Next summer, I'll plug them up somehow.
193564
Yes, but be advised that it would be best to seal with some silicon over the plugs to ensure that you would have no water leakage. I have some in the house right now & am looking for trays to fit as I did not expect to bring them inside. One plug is weeping but a paper towel takes care of it.
193565
Shanda, actually I am sure you could. I never thought about using the planters indoors, but the plugs were definitely in there. I really had to push to get them popped out.
1199686
Yes with some minor modifications. There is about a 1 inch deep well in the center of every pot that holds about 1/2 cup and directs the water (nutrient solution) toward the center of the pot below. It is covered by a (wicking?) tray which can be removed but could be used to keep your roots out of the solution. other holes could be drilled in the pots to allow the solution to drain to other areas of the pot below it.
336029
No. I used coir matting in the bottom and sides of mine and put the potting soil in over the matting so I'd get good drainage. I'd be hesitant to use anything like a tray because of the drainage.
1720024
There is a drain hole in the bottom center of each of the plastic planter boxes. There is a removable cap included where you can either use the "holed" end to allow for drainage or the "solid" end to prevent water from draining out.
1920891
Yes, but the bottom isn't entirely enclosed, so plants will leak when you water them unless you have a pan underneath. Outdoors it's no problem, but you would definitely need a pan below the pots if you have the planters on a patio with a carpet, for example. (I liked the first two I bought so well that I bought three more! I have two outdoors, and three on our porch with an indoor/outdoor carpet. I bought inexpensive, large plastic plant saucers at Home Depot for those, and they work fine.)
365745
The planter is hollow, so dirt will fill the entire planter, btw these are really great! We love them.
1191429
We used a drain pipe for awhile but cut it off above the hole. So I would say yes, unless you are thinking of putting it inside. Now I bought rain chains for my barrels, a much prettier and nicer sound when it rains. The top makes a nice container for a water lily if you add a little soil.
1026808
Probably but why not just buy a solid sheet of "whatever" and just sit your planter on top. You really want good drainage or you will end up with a large mud puddle when it rains.
664791
I believe there are drains in the inside as the plants sit up a bit in the pot. No drain holes on the outside One odd thing is that I hear water sloshing around when I carry the potted plant. So I must water the plants too much, and the extra water drains into a reservoir, not remaining in dirt. Someday I will repot the plants and see whats going on in there.
623762
Yes, just don't water it much after you plant it. And if there is condensation on the walls, open it up until it dries out.
1364619
Yes you can but! You have to wach your watering because the is a heavy soil it does not drain easy me I would not. I would recommend black gold alatural potting soil it's the best. P. S
1117687
You could use it inside. You would need a hook of sorts. Also if it is a little over-watered, it will drip out. Other than that, it would work great inside.
112803
Providing the potted plants are well rooted (secure in their soil) and the type of potted plants aren't too delicate and you don't place the vac too close to the plant, I don't think you would have a problem. If the soil in the pots is very dry, it may suck up the plants and soil.
207140
The flat lower area behind the plant holders will over fill . That is where the drain holes are that flow down to the bottom . I drilled a hole in mine on the back side to the level I wanted and ran a clear poly tube next to the wall to drain off the patio just in case .
1537243
Yes you could but you need a water source and depending on the size of the pot you may need several of the ceramic waterers. I only use them inside when we go on an extended vacation. The water sources tend to develop algae unless you clean them out regularly inside. For short term use inside, they work just fine. Outside I don't know also if you want a lot of extra containers around the pots that hold the water source.
2046845
Yes these Square Tub planters have two predrilled drainage holes in the bottom. Lovely planter. I also purchased the Gardman Metal Leaf Trellis with this and planted clematis plants in each one. Really beautiful!!
1724951
They are attractive enough for indoor, but need something under them to catch the drainage. They can be used for both indoor and outdoor. I prefer them indoors because they are very attractive.