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1. Structural and fixing function: The round planting basket usually adopts a deepened , and the bottom or side wall is equipped with evenly distributed holes, which can not stabilize the plant , but also the from shifting due to water erosion. For example, some products use colored , pebbles and other fillers to help fix the plant , while keeping some exposed to the to promote breathing.
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2. Breathable control and water management: The hole of the planting basket combined with water control can effectively achieve the control effect. In the initial use, the water needs to just submerge the bottom of the planting basket to promote the germination of new ; as the system grows, the water is gradually lowered to expose some to the and reduce the of rot. Some products also use a basket structure with a planting sponge to enhance the breathability and stability of the .
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3. Material and durability: Mainstream products are made of food-grade plastic or - materials to ensure that they will not deform or release harmful substances after long-term immersion in nutrient solution. For example, some brands emphasize that their planting baskets are to high temperatures and aging, and are suitable for home hydroponics or large-scale soilless cultivation scenarios.
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4. Adaptability and multi-scenario applications: The round planting baskets are available in a variety of specifications and can be adapted to various hydroponic equipment (such as hydroponic systems, planters, etc.), suitable for vegetables (such as lettuce, strawberries), green radish, Phalaenopsis and other plants. Some models are also planting cotton or substrate blocks to the transplanting process1.
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5. Supporting use and extended functions: In order to optimize the effect, some products are equipped with planting sponges, nutrient solutions or controllers. For example, the planting sponge can wrap the base of the plant to promote the downward growth of the system by absorbing water and moisturizing; the controller prevents the system from entanglement through physical separation, which is convenient for later maintenance.
