Can Evergreens Survive in Pots?

How To Grow Christmas Trees in Containers:

Christmas trees in containers can be grown for several years. They are best-suited to growing outdoors, so relocating them eventually is usually the best route. You can keep re-potting them as they outgrow their containers, but they likely will need to be planted outside if they reach about 6 ft. They become heavy and cumbersome to handle indoors at this height.

First, purchase a “pot-grown” tree (this is different than a potted tree, which is grown in the ground and dug up, then potted. A “pot-grown” tree is used to being confined and will transition easily to your chosen container. 

Second, choose a cool room in your house for Christmas trees in containers. They will be less-likely to dry out and drop needles.

Third, you should also make sure your tree has access to plenty of natural light and water. If the soil is drying out, add water.

Finally, and a good fertiliser is essential. Consider Osmocote Flower & Vegetable. It is a pelletized slow-release fertilizer that releases its nutrients over several months. It will not burn plants or trees and only requires two fertilizations per year.

5 Beautiful Evergreen Choices to Consider:

–Fraser Fir Fraser Firs feature beautiful soft dark green needles and have a wonderfully fresh aroma.

–Norway Spruce Is the tree that many consider the classic Christmas tree: it boasts dark green foliage and rigid, slightly prickly needles.

–Nordmann Fir:  A very full tree. The needles are flat and dark green with a glossy upper-surface and a contrasting silvery white under-surface. The needles grow in symmetrical rows circling around each branch. 

–Colorado Blue Spruce A distinctive silvery blue-green tone and sleek conical shape silhouette is notable. Needles are stiff and crisp.  

–Lemon Cypress Is a variety of Monterey cypress. This sweet, fragrant green plant has soft, uplifted branches and is a vibrant Chartreuse color. It also gives off a clean lemony scent.

Tips for Healthy Plants:

Christmas tress in containers can be a snap. Remember to use good potting soil, choose a cool room with plenty of light and water your tree. Plan to fertilise it twice a year and replant every few years to accommodate growth. Enjoy your tree decorated for the holidays!