247Garden's Answer:
Yes, you can plant directly into the ground without removing the fabric pot. Over time, as your plant grows stronger, its roots will naturally grow through the fabric—especially if you're planting a tree or a deep-rooted perennial. This gradual transition helps minimize transplant shock, which is especially important for young or sensitive plants.

Our 247Garden fabric pots are made with breathable, durable material that promotes healthy root development and air pruning. If buried in soil, the pot will allow roots to expand into the surrounding ground when they’re ready—giving your plant a strong start and a smoother transition into its permanent growing space.

We appreciate your interest in our products and are always happy to provide honest, thoughtful answers to help your garden thrive. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with more questions. Have a great day and happy gardening!

Bonus Tip: A thinner fabric will certainly easier for roots to grow through the fabric. Please keep in mind 247Garden fabric pots are made from a durable blend of polyester and polypropylene, which are synthetic fibers chosen for their strength, breathability, and reusability over many seasons. However, because they are petroleum-based materials, they are not biodegradable in the traditional sense — meaning they will not break down naturally into organic matter like compostable materials would.

Customer Question:
What if I don’t want the roots to penetrate the grow bag?

247Garden's Answer:
If you want to prevent roots from growing through the fabric pot, here are a few effective tips:

  1. Avoid burying the pot: Keep the fabric pot above ground or on a hard surface like concrete, wood, or gravel. This limits access to surrounding soil, reducing the chance of roots escaping.
  2. Use a saucer, tray, or barrier underneath: Placing a plastic tray, raised mesh platform, or even a weed barrier fabric under the pot creates a physical block that roots can’t penetrate.
  3. Choose shorter grow cycles: Plants with shorter growing seasons (like leafy greens, herbs, or annual flowers) are less likely to develop root systems strong enough to breach the pot.
  4. Select the right pot size: Using a properly sized pot for the plant can help manage root growth. Oversized pots give roots more space, reducing pressure to grow outward.
  5. Regularly rotate or lift the pot: Occasionally shifting the pot helps prevent roots from anchoring into the ground beneath.
  6. Use a ground cover or barrier: Place your pot on top of a barrier like Weed fabric / landscape cloth.
  7. Elevate the pot: Wire racks or shelving grids, Wooden slats or pallets, Plastic plant risers, 247Garden Pot Stands (if available)
  8. Use hard surfaces or materialsL Set the pot on: Concrete, bricks, or pavers, Cinder blocks, Decks or patios
  9. Occasionally rotate the pot. If the pot is movable, rotating it every few weeks can break any small root tips that try to escape and helps maintain even root growth.
  10. Choose fast-growing or shallow-root crops. Stick with plants that don’t develop aggressive root systems, like: Lettuce, spinach, or kale, Basil and other soft herbs, Annual flowers

Bonus Tip:

Make sure your pot is the right size for your plant. Overcrowded roots are more likely to push outward.

All 247Garden grow bags are made with high-quality, breathable fabric that supports strong root structure while giving you flexibility in how and where you grow. We offer a wide range of grow bag sizes and designs to match your setup, whether you're growing on soil, gravel, concrete, or raised decks. Let us know your growing environment and what you're planting If you ever need help picking the right pot for your plant or setup, we’re always here to help. Call us today 323-318-2600. Everything in stock is shipped from our warehouse in Los Angeles. Thank you and please have a nice day!

Thanks again for your question and happy gardening!

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