The International Day of Forests is meant to do one thing. Slow us down and remind us why forests matter.

Forests are not just trees. They protect water. They support wildlife. They help people survive. And once they are gone, they are very hard to replace.

One question I get asked a lot is this. Are SelfEco pots made from trees.

The answer is no.

What Tree Free Really Means

When we say SelfEco Garden pots are tree free, we mean they are made from renewable plants, not wood.

Plants grow fast. Many of them can be harvested every year. They require less care and fewer resources than trees.

Trees take years to grow. They take land, water, and time. Cutting them down for short lived products does not make sense when better options exist.

That is why our pots are made from plants that can be renewed year after year. Saving trees starts with choosing materials more wisely.

Growing Trees in a Better Way

If you plan to grow trees from seed this spring, how you start them matters.

Planting seeds in a SelfEco Garden pot gives young trees a better start. The pot has plant food built into the walls, which helps seeds absorb nutrients early.

You plant the seed and the pot together. When it is time, you place the entire pot into the ground.

As the pot breaks down in the soil, it continues feeding the roots. That steady nutrition helps trees develop strong roots and grow faster and fuller.

For starting tree seedlings, the 3 inch round plantable pot works well.
https://selfecogarden.com/products/3-round-pot

For larger starts, the 4 inch round pot gives more space and support.
https://selfecogarden.com/products/4-round-pot

This approach avoids plastic and supports healthier growth from day one.

Why Forests Matter More Than Ever

Forests cover about one third of the Earth’s land surface. Their role goes far beyond what most people see.

Around one point six billion people depend on forests for their livelihoods. Thousands of indigenous cultures rely on them for shelter, food, and security.

Forests are also home to most of the land based life on this planet. More than eighty percent of land animals, plants, and insects depend on forest ecosystems.

Despite this, deforestation continues at a serious pace. Millions of hectares of forest are lost every year. That loss contributes to climate change and threatens water supplies around the world.

Forests and Water Are Connected

This year’s focus on forests and water is important.

Forests act as natural water filters. They help control water flow. They protect watersheds and wetlands.

Most of the world’s accessible freshwater comes from forested areas. Many large cities rely on forests for their drinking water.

As climate change shifts weather patterns, forests play a critical role in protecting water resources and reducing risk.

Healthy forests mean healthier water systems.

Why This Day Matters to Me

International Day of Forests is not about one day. It is about awareness.

Every choice we make has an impact. Materials matter. Growing methods matter. Starting plants the right way matters.

If we want forests to last, we need to protect them in big ways and small ones.

For me, that starts with building products that respect the systems we depend on.

– Danny Mishek