Clay Pots

• Small clay pots are available for propagating plants. Clay pots are beneficial because they are made out of a natural material that allows the soil to breathe and extra water to evaporate.They work well for seedlings that don't like to have wet roots or for people who tend to over water. Clay pots are also durable and can be reused.
  
  

Plastic Pots

• Small plastic pots are used to propagate plants. They are sturdy and reusable. The plastic doesn't breathe so they work well for plants that like a wet environment, or for those who sometimes forget to water.
  
  

Biodegradable Pots

• Biodegradable pots come in many variations now. They are appealing to gardeners because the seedlings can be transplanted directly into the soil without being removed from the pot. The pot will disintegrate in the soil. This is an excellent choice for plants that don't like to be repotted or have sensitive roots. Biodegradable pots are also great for the environment. They are made out of natural plant fibers like corn husks. Some biodegradable pots are made out of peat, but environmentalists prefer other materials because peat is not a sustainable resource.
  
  

Homemade Pots

• Homemade pots are made at home out of old paper such as newspaper. They are biodegradable in the soil but they may degrade slower than commercial pots, depending on the type of paper used. They are made by folding a newspaper sheet to the desired height and wrapping it around an item like a jar so it has a cylindrical shape. The newspaper is secured in place by folding it and tucking it into itself. A base is not needed if the pots are set on a dish and filled with soil and left until they need to be transplanted.