[Ropster]

anybody use these?
are they any good ?

[crowndale]

i'll let you know in about 6 weeks or so!  Sowed some peas, sweetcorn and beans in them last week, no sign of life yet, I live in hope!

[gobs]

Roots get damaged when grow out of them, as have no bottom, personally a deep pot is more use.

[Aidy]

This is a first, I am slightly disagreeing with gobs, I am now in my third year of using them, they have been really good for beans, corn and brassicas, they do suffer as the years roll on, I have had to throw a couple of rows away as they split or somehow got mishaped. I have had no problem with root damage that I am aware of. Yes I would recommend them but as gobs did say deep pots are just as good and probably cheaper.

[Trillium]

I have a set and use them for my toms. They give good large root systems with no root spiraling. Only down point is that the plastic is far too flimsy and too easily cracks or splits considering what they cost. I've switched over to taller cell trays, two heights, 4" and 5". They're quite rigid, much cheaper, hold more plants, are grooved for anti-spiraling, and will last a long time.

[bean]

I have been using them for the first time and find then good for space saving - I can get a lot more on my windowsills.

I understood that the roots that come out the bottom are supposed to die off at the ends as they are exposed to air, which encourages the plant to grow new ones.

I would agree they are a bit flimsy and am still trying the best way to get the compost not to fall out the bottom when you fill them. I have also found taking the plants out to put in the ground tricky.

I would say like most things, some people will really like them and others won't get on with them. Quite expense just to try out though. I got mine from
http://www.agroforestry.co.uk/

which was the cheapest place I could find and the service was quick and efficient.

[Alex 98]

Used them a lot
Last about 3 years
Good for sweet peas, beans, peas etc

If they were a fiver say they'd be used more
£7.95 is the cheapest I've seen them £12.99 the most expensive

Alex 98

[John]

I think they're brilliant - but a little pricey. The ability to open them and easily transplant is fantastic.

We've been using them for 3 years now although "She Who Must Be Obeyed" usually grabs them for flowery things.

[Ropster]

I have bitten the bullet and ordered some from a guy on eBay who sells 5 packs for £15.99, they have been used once apparently. hope they are in ok nick

[muddywellies]

I've used them for my sweet peas and found them to be excellent. I agree though... they are flimsy considering how much they cost. I'm waiting for Wilkos to start doing a cheapo version - wishful thinking!

[John]

I've used them for my sweet peas and found them to be excellent. I agree though... they are flimsy considering how much they cost. I'm waiting for Wilkos to start doing a cheapo version - wishful thinking!

I don't think you'll see a cheapie version because the inventor patented the idea - lucky bunny!

[Trillium]

bean, I've not had a root end die-off problem in mine. The roots are too busy building a thick layer within the container.
If they're coming out of the bottom, then they've been in there too long, just like in a pot.
As for compost/mix falling out of the bottom, then the roots haven't had enough time to develop well. Timed well, everything comes out intact and healthy.