How sturdy is the plastic planter part of this? My local store has 72 hole for $5 but they're flimsy.$24 for heat mat $5 tray is this worth the extra$
2067199
The plastic planter is flimsy. I had it outside most of the summer starting my plants and it dry rotted pretty easy. So I went to a local grow store and got a better one.
2067200
This tray and insert is much better than the $5 one you get at local store. I have tried both to germinate Plumeria seeds. The dome alone is worth the extra amount because it fits snugly to the tray and keeps the humidity high until the seeds sprout.
1429027
My first one had a tray for tools. I removed it though giving me more room for hauling "stuff". I used it for over fifteen years and when I had a minor problem the company provided a brand new one. They really mean lifetime guarantee. The second one didn't come with a separate tray. I am 74 and five feet tall. This is the most durable product I have ever owned. I even sit on it and roll myself down the sidewalk to clean the weeds from the sidewalk cracks. I have a huge perennial garden and the cart has seen every inch of it, either by hauling in plants or mulch or when weeding. I haul everything from cement blocks and bricks to big bags of peat moss. You will just love it. My first one had a tray for tools. I removed it though giving me more room for hauling "stuff". I used it for over fifteen years and when I had a minor problem the company provided a brand new one. They really mean lifetime guarantee. The second one didn't come with a separate tray. I am 74 and five feet tall. This is the most durable product I have ever owned. I even sit on it and roll myself down the sidewalk to clean the weeds from the sidewalk cracks. I have a huge perennial garden and the cart has seen every inch of it, either by hauling in plants or mulch or when weeding. I... » Read More My first one had a tray for tools. I removed it though giving me more room for hauling "stuff". I used it for over fifteen years and when I had a minor problem the company provided a brand new one. They really mean lifetime guarantee. The second one didn't come with a separate tray. I am 74 and five feet tall. This is the most durable product I have ever owned. I even sit on it and roll myself down the sidewalk to clean the weeds from the sidewalk cracks. I have a huge perennial garden and the cart has seen every inch of it, either by hauling in plants or mulch or when weeding. I haul everything from cement blocks and bricks to big bags of peat moss. You will just love it. « Show Less
2017665
I really can't tell. I saw one planter break a chip out of it but for the most part, it's great. I have 4 of them 2 are larger. what's really great about all of the planters is the drainage system that really works. This probably isn't what you wanted to know but honestly, with the exception of the one that got a chunk out of it in shipping (had a lot of trouble with the packing in shipping), we're been really pleased. Classy.
957814
It is made out of resin, just like many other pots or planters. I would say the material feels like the same stuff they make coolers out of. I think the only downside to the planter is that you need to drill holes in the bottom for drainage. I would say it is safe to grow food in.
1727316
They are not bad, but I have had better luck using self watering planters to start my seed with the heating mat, I use the moisture control miracle grow, and cheap shop lights that I bought at Menards for light, set it all up on a high shelf in my garage with epson salt when planting.
1481925
Yes I purchased this item and I find it to be pretty sturdy. I put a few coats of polyurethane on it and put it outside on my gate. I LOVE IT. It is worth more $ then it costs.Can't find a better deal anywhere.
2247653
Since it is described on various websites as "indoor planter" I'm inclined to believe that it is only meant to be indoors. The one I bought is used indoors. Amazon's own description says, "All beautiful, all durable, all practical, both indoors and out" so it may depend on just how cold it gets where you live.
1719709
it is a resin material - sturdy/solid - I recommend going to Lowe's and buying a 14" square planter insetert and putting it over the opening so you are not filling up the entire planter with dirt which would be impossible to mauver and drain. Also, I drilled several holes in the bottom of this unit and in the planter insert from Lowe's so that water would eaisily drain. Good luck
830435
I bought one of these a while back and once the legs are on it's pretty sturdy, I have had large pots of water on it without issue. I haven't had much luck getting a griddle on there though because the guides for pots/skillets/woks keep it too far off the flame.
808964
No, I don't think so. My planters are fiberglass, but still heavy when filled with damp soil and plants. The saucers have held up well so far. I put heavy felt slider pads on the bottom to protect floors. Perhaps those allow plastic to flex rather than crack under the weight.
893377
I am enjoying my potting table. I don't bend over. By the time you sit the pot on it , the work level is just right. If you need a little more height , you could get most any thickness of gardening brick from a place like Lowes to put under each table leg.
739366
The spreader itself is very light plastic but sturdy. Depends on what you put in it. Seed is very light as is fertilizer. I am approaching 70 and have arthritis and have great fun with it!
1951626
I like this storage tray because it holds so many cups, and has a narrow profile on the counter, However, it is narrower than the Keurig pot, and would probably be too unstable. There are several flat 36 cup trays especially designed for a Keurig pot to sit on. I see one for $13.99, one for $15.87, and others that cost a little more. The two I priced are approximately 3&1/8" H X 12&1/2" W X13&1/4" long, and are both Amazon Prime items. I have one of these at another location, and the Keurig pot sits on it just fine.
1646840
I do not know the thickness of these trays - there are no holes in the bottom but the trays are not fdirm enough to f\lift them iif full of 2 inch peat p[ots with sprouted seeds in them! I only received 5 trays not the advertized ten! Joan
1116529
I have this and it's a very sturdy plant stand and looks nice but it's a little too low for me. If you can get the same thing for $15, I'd go for that.
1342031
Yes. The foot step is mostly plastic and the orange sleeve that slides up and down the shaft is also plastic. Having said that, I can tell you I've used the device rather extensively since last Fall and it's held up well. The one downside I've found is that it digs up a bit of dirt and surrounding grass along with the weed, leaving a bit of a "divot." I've spent a fair bit of time putting topsoil in these divots this Spring...
582381
We bought ours a month ago and installed a plant in a pot inside of it. The overgrowth tends to mask some of the planter. At a distance it is very rich looking. And even close up it is very nice. It should last a long time and withstand the weather. It has a raised screen drip pain inside however water did collect inside even though we checked with a soil moisture tester. It is like a resin feel. It is not cheap plastic looking.