That's a good guideline to start with.
Then, if your plant is really bushy, give it some more space. So a 18" plant with one main stem might be happy in a 1-2 gallon pot, but a plant of the same height, with 4-6 main leads, would definitely benefit from a 3 gallon pot.
Remember to put the plant in the smallest next size up that makes sense. So go from a party cup to a 1 gallon pot, not from a party cup to a 5 gallon pail. Remember when you were a kid and your mom would say, get your sneakers a little big because you will grow into them? And then they fit funny and by the time your feet fit them, they're all fucked up anyway. Some kinda idea.
stinkyattic Reviewed by stinkyattic on . Stinky your pot size in relation to plant size? I know this has been mentioned many times, but I just can't remember what you recommended..is it 1 gal per foot of plant? Thanks in advance.... Rating: 5