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Calculate the volume of a plant pot

If you want to grow a fruit tree in a planter or container, you will need to make sure it is big enough for the tree. Our handy calculator will help you work out the volume of your container from its dimensions.

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Flower-pot

A traditional flower-pot is circular, and wider at the top than the bottom. This type of pot is not usually suitable for planting fruit trees because it is too unstable.

Diameter across top (cm)

Diameter across bottom (cm)

Vertical height (cm)

Rectangular planter

Square or rectangular planters are the best option if you want to grow a fruit tree in a container. Make sure the height is at least 30cm-40cm to ensure adequate depth of soil for the tree roots. For maximum stability the length and / or width should ideally be bigger than the height.

Length of longest side (cm)

Length of shortest side (cm)

Vertical height (cm)

Cylindrical container

Cylindrical planters and containers are circular and the diameter of the top and the base are the same. Make sure the height is at least 30cm-40cm to ensure adequate depth of soil for the tree roots. For maximum stability the diameter should ideally be bigger than the height.

Diameter across top (cm)

Vertical height (cm)