Since I use these transparent pots, my orchids grow significantly better than in the normal ceramic pots in which they were in there previously. Apparently it does the basics well when they gotten more light and the orchid thank a fast :-) Property me until now 12 of these pots and bought 4 of the slightly nicer square pots from the same seller. The pots were packaged very well and came with no scratches or other damage. Would buy again at any time! 5 *