Plant Sizing & Weight
Five Gallon:
A 5-gallon tree refers to a tree that has been cultivated within a container with the capacity to hold approximately five gallons of soil. The exact size of the tree can vary based on the type of species and its age. A tree grown in a 5-gallon container is usually considered to be of a small to medium size.
Typically, a 5-gallon tree stands anywhere from 3-6 feet tall and exhibits a trunk diameter of around 1-2 inches. The container used to grow a 5-gallon tree usually measures around 12-18 inches in both diameter and height.
15 Gallon:
A 15 gallon tree is a tree that is grown in a container that holds approximately 15 gallons of soil. This is a larger container size than a 5 gallon tree. The size of the tree will vary depending on the species of tree and its age.
Generally, a 15 gallon tree is considered to be a medium to large sized tree, typically standing between 6-12 feet tall, with a trunk that is around 2-3 inches in diameter. A 15-gallon container typically has a diameter of around 18-24 inches, and a height of around 18-24 inches.
Plant Weight Approximation:
| Pot Size (Gallons) | Weight (Pounds) | Weight (Kilograms) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 8 lb | 3.40 kg |
| 2 | 15 lb | 6.80 kg |
| 3 | 23 lb | 10.20 kg |
| 4 | 30 lb | 13.61 kg |
| 5 | 38 lb | 17.01 kg |
| 6 | 45 lb | 20.41 kg |
| 7 | 53 lb | 23.81 kg |
| 8 | 60 lb | 27.22 kg |
| 9 | 68 lb | 30.62 kg |
| 10 | 75 lb | 34.02 kg |
| 15 | 113 lb | 51.03 kg |
| 20 | 150 lb | 68.04 kg |
| 24 | 180 lb | 81.65 kg |
| 25 | 188 lb | 85.05 kg |
| 30 | 225 lb | 102.06 kg |
| 45 | 338 lb | 153.09 kg |
| 65 | 488 lb | 221.13 kg |
| 100 | 750 lb | 340.19 kg |
| 200 | 1500 lb | 680.39 kg |
Please note that the weight of a gallon of potting soil can vary depending on the composition of the soil, so the weights provided here are just approximate.
