I didn't want to replace rotted plastic flower pouch with more plastic so chose this hessian version. Delivery quick, and the bags are much more attractive, more rustic. I am struggling with water levels though. Even with laying the pouches flat for days I can't stop water pooling in the bottom (probably happened in plastic version, it's just much more apparent with fabric) and no control over rainwater when they are hanging. When filling another bag with soil I have created sections using slivers of slate in an attempt to slow the otherwise rapid descent of water - ok with shallow rooted plants - but it's wait and see: hand watering does seem to take longer to percolate through though. Do recommend and I will buy again.