Christmas Tree in a Pot

Materials Needed:

• 1 dwarf conifer tree with the roots well soaked in a bucket of water; if you choose another variety, check on the eventual height of the tree before you buy it
• 1 container with draining holes
• bark-based, coarse organic compost
• watering can

Step 1

Tease the roots of the root ball to loosen them. Fill the base of the container with some compost and place the tree in the container.

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Step 2

Pack the spaces around the root ball with more compost. Gently shake the container occasionally to distribute the compost evenly.

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Step 3

Fill the container to just below the rim with some more compost, then firm the earth around the plant with your hands.

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