Can you paint a plastic pot?

[brendawebster44]

hi , I have bought so many plant pots only to find they are too small once the plant needs repotting. I was wondering if I could paint the bigger plastic pot and not poison the plant in it 

[EricL]

Hello @Moragajagga

In theory, yes you can paint up to the soil level of the pot. However, the drawback is that the soil will continually be in contact with the painted part of the pot. This plus the heavy moisture of the soil will deteriorate the paint a lot faster. Putting in ornamental plants is ok, but, I don't recommend using edible plants as paint chips from the paint could mix into the soil of the pot.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric