Biodegradable cup - Is it possible to cut it open when roots are out on the sides

No that's good to go, brother. I wouldn't fuck with the roots. Just up pot and spoil her

 

Yep agree with caljian here, just put that cup straight into new soil

 

I dont do it any specific time, im sure someone might say different but I just do it whenever, I've transplanted about 20ish plants(multiple times each) so far and haven't experienced any transplant shock

 

Do those roots look like they need help to you? They will shred that cup quickly once planted. &

 

He saying, the roots will break the pot up in no time, once you pot up.

 

I do soak the biodegradable pots first. Then, I'll tear out the bottom, and tear the pot from top to bottom on one side. I don't think that tearing the side is absolutely necessary, but I would remove the bottom for sure. I just don't want to restrict the roots from expanding into the new pot. Seems to me that a lot of biodegradable pots take a lifetime to degrade.

 

I would disagree about the roots shredding that biodegradable cup. Here's a picture of the top soil of one of my okra plants, which also has a strong rooting system like cannabis. I have 7 plants, all of them in 5 gallon pots, and all of them are pretty much like this. These plants have been in my yard since early March and I just took this picture a few minutes ago. They have obviously disintegrated some, but you can see they are still there.

Couple things though........
I purchased mine at Home Depot. Maybe there are other brands that will be toast sooner, but I just assumed they are all pretty much the same. Also JfromtheBeach mentioned soaking them first. Never thought of that. Very clever idea. Bottom line, though, is I would just stay away from those pots in the future LOL.

 

I think you'll find if you want to do it that way in the future, the Rapid Rooter is the way to go.

 

did it effect the grow AT ALL?

 

If it bugs you, remove them when planting, I do. a total non issue.

 

No hes 100% saying ur roots are fine! They are coming through the pot, so they not gonna have any troubles continuing to grow