Hexagonal Flower Pot in Various Sizes

Ever wondered how it feels to be a bee? Dive into the world of honeycombs with our Hexagonal Flower Pot. This geometrically inspired piece not only boasts a unique shape but also a slight 6º angle on the sides for that perfect hive vibe. With a wide, flat rim in classic terracotta style and precision-engineered corners, it marries form with function. The pot features drainage holes and stabilization ribs at the bottom, ensuring your plants stay healthy and well-supported.

Update 2024-06-05: Added a showcase folder.

Features

• Geometric Design: A plain, hexagonal shape for efficient packing and a unique garden layout.
• Angle and Rim: Sides with a 6º angle and a wide, flat rim for stability and style.
• Customization Ready: Plain sides await your patterns or modifications, inviting personal touches.
• Drainage and Stability: Equipped with drainage holes and ribs for optimal plant health.

Pair With the Perfect Saucer

For a complete look, pair this pot with the Hexagonal Plant Saucer, designed to match perfectly and ensure your gardening setup remains tidy and efficient.

Explore the Comprehensive PDF Catalog

Finding the perfect model amidst the large number of variants has never been easier! Take a look at the detailed PDF catalog in the "Other Files" section in the “Files” tab. This catalog provides a visual overview of all the models in this project, complete with dimensions, to help you quickly find exactly what you need.

But it's more than just a visual treat; the catalog includes organized tables that let you easily compare models based on specific parameters. Once you've spotted the model that meets your criteria, just search for its filename on the project page to easily download the right file.

Printing the Pot

In the files section, you'll find PrusaSlicer example projects, offering basic settings as a starting point for your prints. For more detailed information, please refer to the table below:

Nozzle Size and Layer Height

The pot is designed to print effectively with 0.4mm, 0.6mm, and 0.8mm nozzles, accommodating all wall thicknesses. Select a layer height appropriate for your nozzle size, and always review the sliced result before printing. Aim for the walls to be printed solely with perimeter lines, free of infill. For prints using a 0.4mm nozzle, consider increasing the number of perimeters to three or more for optimal results.

Choosing the Right Side Thickness

The models not only have different sizes, but also three side thicknesses.

• S17 (1.68mm): The thinnest variant is best suited for rigid filament. It is ok for smaller pots, but definitely too weak for pots that are equal or greater than 200mm in height.
• S20 (2.0mm): The medium thickness gives more stability and works well for soft materials like PETG. A good compromise, for medium sized indoor pots.
• S25 (2.5mm): My recommendation. This thickness provides excellent structural support for the sides of the pot, even for very large prints. These prints withstand outdoor conditions, even when moved filled with heavy wet soil.

Dimensions

The Hexagonal Flower Pots are available in a variety of sizes. An example filename like LR2414-P6-S25-H200-D260.3mf decodes as follows:

• P6 signifies the pot is designed with six sides, forming a hexagon.
• S25 denotes a side and rib thickness of 2.5mm.
• H200 represents the height of the pot at 200mm.
• D260 refers to the pot's diameter, measuring 260mm. The diameter is measured at the tips of the geometric shape.

Locating the Model Files

All the 3D models for the  saucer can be found in the “Files” tab, nestled under the “Other Files” category. To streamline your experience, I've organized them into separate ZIP files based on file format—choose from STL, 3MF, or STEP files according to your needs. Simply download the ZIP file that corresponds with the format you require.

In the Store: Fusion 360 Design

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Conclusion

This Hexagonal Flower Pot not only enhances your gardening space with its unique design but also offers the best and densest packing possible—just like a bee's honeycomb. Whether for practical use or to add a quirky touch to your outdoor decor, this pot is sure to create a buzz.

Happy planting!

FAQ

Are there models with a thinner bottom?

No. Either the bottom thickness depends on the side thickness, or it is fixed for all models. In most slicer software, you can easily change this dimension.

Move the model into the printer bed, by changing the Z position to a negative value. The slicer will then cut that section off. So, if the bottom is 2.4mm thick, you can move the model to negative 0.6mm, what gives you a new bottom thickness of 1.8mm.

Make sure to check the sliced result for any side effects before printing!

What is the best looking saucer diameter for this pot?

For the best look, choose a saucer that has a gap between 10-20mm between the pot and the rim. As the matching saucer has the same rim with that the pot, you can simply look at the difference from the top to the bottom side.

The following contains the rounded values, how many millimetres the bottom is inset at the side. It is a theoretical line, which does not include the rim.

If you have a pot with a diameter of 260mm and a height of 200mm, that has a 6º angle at the side, the inset is about 21mm. That would compare to a diameter of 218 at the bottom.

So, if you print a saucer with 240mm diameter, 22mm larger than this imaginary diameter, it adds about 11mm to each side, which looks neat.

To verify your choice, load the pot and saucer into the same slicer project so that they overlap in the centre of the printer bed. That way you can visually confirm if your choice looks good.