When I posted my list of of local nurseries that accept used pots for recycling, my fellow contributer Justin asked me if I had called any of the big box stores like Wal-mart, K-mart, or Lowe’s. I told him I hadn’t because plants are never potted there - they arrive on trucks. So while they may or may not recycle, the issue may resolve itself from other side - the supplier!

Bonnie plants is one of the largest growers in the nation, and supplies almost every large retailer. They are introducing biodegradable pots that simply disappear into the dirt. You buy the plant, cut off the bottom of the pot, and pop it in the ground. This eliminates a huge amount of waste, and also helps avoid post-planting shock. Good news all around. I hope these things start showing up in small nurseries as well…just one more thing off the consumption conveyor belt.