Hi Emerald. I'd keep the PP inside the pot until it needs repotting. Two summers ago, I bought annuals in recycled pots, cleaned them out, and been using for house plants since. So far so good. They're really sturdy. Toni

emerald, after doing a quick search, I found out that the 'Exotic Earth' green label containers have a 'shelf life' of 7 years.

Emerald, I haven't seen those green label EA plants here yet in any of the big box stores...I even went to their website to see if I can see what they look like. Can you post a picture...so I know what to look for? Thanks...

Hi ...........puglvr1...here a pic,
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and heres the label up close,
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its a nice looking pot, but I don't know how long it will last, I always keep all my pots and friends sometimes ned them I don't think I ever throw any away....linda
Oh almost for got I don't know what this plant cost, I got it on the clearance rack for $3.00......