Root Pouch Fabric Grow Bag with Handles - 5 Gallon

The Root Pouch Fabric Grow Bag with Handles - 5 Gallon is a reusable fabric planting container that provides excellent drainage, improved root-zone aeration, and convenient portability for indoor and outdoor growing.

Made from a durable fabric blend incorporating recycled plastic water bottles and natural fibers, the Root Pouch offers a breathable alternative to traditional rigid plastic pots. Its porous construction encourages natural root pruning when used above ground, helping reduce excessive root circling while supporting the development of a more fibrous root system.

Integrated handles make the container easier to reposition, while the 5 US gal / 18.93 L capacity provides a versatile size for vegetables, flowering plants, herbs, greenhouse crops, and container gardening.

Key Benefits

• Capacity of approximately 5 US gal / 18.93 L.
• Durable breathable fabric construction.
• Made using recycled plastic water bottles and natural fibers.
• Integrated carrying handles.
• Promotes excellent drainage.
• Improves root-zone aeration.
• Encourages natural root pruning when used above ground.
• Helps reduce excessive root circling.
• Reusable for multiple growing seasons.
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor growing.
• Can be used above ground, in-ground, or in compatible pot-in-pot systems.
• BPA-free.
• Non-toxic.
• UV-resistant.
• Lightweight and easy to store between uses.

Promotes Healthy Root Development

Traditional rigid pots can cause roots to grow along the container wall and circle around the root ball.

The breathable fabric of a Root Pouch allows air to reach the outer root zone. When roots reach the fabric wall above ground, natural air pruning can help slow the growth of the root tip and encourage additional lateral root development.

This can help create a more fibrous and evenly distributed root system.

Excellent Drainage and Aeration

The porous fabric allows excess irrigation water to drain naturally through the container while helping oxygen reach the growing medium.

Improved aeration can create a healthier root-zone environment and help reduce conditions associated with overly saturated growing media.

Because fabric pots generally dry faster than rigid plastic containers, growers should monitor moisture levels and adjust irrigation frequency as required.

5 Gallon / 18.93 L Capacity

The Root Pouch #5 with handles has an approximate capacity of:

• 5 US gal
• 18.93 L

Its dimensions are approximately:

• Diameter / Width: 11 in (28 cm)
• Height: 10.25 in (26 cm)

Root Pouch containers are hand-sewn, so individual dimensions may vary by approximately ¼–½ in (0.6–1.3 cm).

Integrated Carrying Handles

Built-in handles make it easier to lift and reposition the container when needed.

They are useful for:

• Rearranging plants in grow rooms
• Moving plants around greenhouses
• Rotating containers for maintenance
• Moving plants between indoor and outdoor areas
• Repositioning plants for irrigation or pruning

When moving a heavily watered or fully loaded container, support the bottom of the pouch whenever possible.

Made with Recycled Materials

Root Pouch fabric incorporates recycled plastic water bottles and natural fibers, providing growers with a durable planting container that makes productive use of recycled materials.

The fabric is designed for repeated horticultural use and can last for multiple seasons when used above ground.

Suitable for Multiple Growing Media

The Root Pouch can be used with many common growing media, including:

• Potting soil
• Coco coir
• Peat-based mixes
• Soilless growing media
• Custom horticultural substrates

Its breathable construction works particularly well in applications where good drainage and oxygen availability around the root zone are important.

Indoor and Outdoor Growing

The 5-gallon Root Pouch is suitable for:

• Indoor grow rooms
• Greenhouses
• Nurseries
• Patios
• Balconies
• Outdoor gardens
• Vegetable production
• Container gardening
• Coco cultivation
• Soilless growing
• Pot-in-pot systems

Ideal Applications

• Tomatoes
• Peppers
• Herbs
• Vegetables
• Flowering plants
• Fruit-bearing plants
• Young shrubs
• Indoor plants
• Greenhouse crops
• Nursery plants
• Coco and soilless cultivation

Product Specifications

How to Use the Root Pouch 5 Gallon Grow Bag

Open the Root Pouch fully and place it on a stable, level growing surface.

Fill the container with your preferred soil, coco, or compatible soilless growing medium.

Position the plant in the centre and fill around the root ball with additional growing medium.

Water thoroughly and allow excess moisture to drain naturally through the fabric.

Monitor moisture levels regularly because breathable fabric containers may dry more quickly than rigid plastic pots.

Use the integrated handles when repositioning the container, and support the bottom when the pouch is particularly heavy or saturated.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of the Root Pouch #5?
The #5 model holds approximately 5 US gal / 18.93 L.

What are the dimensions?
It measures approximately 11 in (28 cm) wide × 10.25 in (26 cm) high.

Does this model include handles?
Yes. It includes integrated carrying handles.

What is the Root Pouch made from?
The fabric is made using a blend that incorporates recycled plastic water bottles and natural fibers.

Does it help prevent root circling?
When used above ground, the breathable fabric encourages natural root pruning, which can help reduce excessive root circling.

Can it be reused?
Yes. Root Pouch fabric containers are designed for multiple growing seasons when used and maintained properly.

Can I use coco coir in it?
Yes. The Root Pouch works well with coco, potting soil, and many soilless growing media.

Can it be used outdoors?
Yes. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation.