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Originally Posted by 2gengh
I am in the process of making my own grow bags. They are approx 3 gallon bags. I am using a net pot in the bottom sitting on a gutter system. Is the 3 gallon bags big enough for tomatoes and peppers etc. I have been told that I need at least 5 gal bags. Any thoughts.
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I think 3 gallon is way too small for most tomatoes except maybe for micros and some hot chili peppers.
Yes , 5 gallon is on the border line, that is recommended to use for most varieties. Ten (10) gallons plus is better for indeterminants.
When container is too small, it has some disadvantages :
-- The plant will get root bound, stay dwarfish and produce fewer and smaller fruits.
-- It will need more frequent watering and fertilizing. Even then the moisture level will be inconsistent and that in turn might cause BER..
JMO