Looks great- love the Carbonero’s!
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Those containers might just be the best I’ve seen yet! The 3-inch cups fit perfectly in the indentation on the lids. I think those just might be better than the Gerber Baby Formula or even the Folgers or other similar containers I’ve seen used. The extra height as opposed to width would really allow some excellent space for root development!Â
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The dimensions on Amazon for these are 9.9 x 6.5 x 6.3 inches (trying to see how many I might could crunch into either a 2x4, 3x3, or 4x4 foot grow space/tent if I might go the Kratky route… or to try several routes like DWC, etc.) With the added height, they do seem wide enough to be able to stand firm and not topple over with a top heavy plant.Â
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Could you tell what number the plastic is… #2 or #5 would probably be best as far as sturdiness is concerned. Is the lid well enough fitting and stable enough, as well as the overall strength of the upper portion of the container that you think it would hold the weight of a decent sized plant without caving in? That’s why I ask about the thickness- don’t want the plastic to give way, or even crack due to weight & pressure during a grow! Also… are there any other labels one these, such as on the bottom (manufacturer, other numbers, etc..?) I'd be great to be able to buy such or similar containers in bulk from a supply company rather than re-purposing an empty one. I did think of contacting some local nurseries, day care centers, etc.. to try and get some of the Gerber formula containers- haven’t tried it yet. Have to think outside the box… find the cheapest route, sometimes even free perhaps. One person’s trash is another’s treasure!!
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Thanks, Peter! Could call you Peter Starr (I’m sure you’ll get the reference! Lol. You already have the last name ‘S’ initial too!) Fun experiment, hope they do well...