Conifers in containers

A move to more direct sun does not agree with these potted pines

Garden lovers don't necessarily have to stop working outdoors, even in the winter. Many plants thrive in autumn and winter in the garden as well as in containers. The weather is often mild enough to sit outside, so why not dress up your balcony with nice evergreens, shrubs, or herbs?…

Even though I miss the long, bright, sunny and warm days of summer, I absolutely love this time of year. Our winter holidays always help me through the darker, colder and wetter months in the Pacif…

It’s a common misperception that container gardens should be filled with annuals that are constantly refreshed with the changing seasons. But annuals — while good for a dash of color — are frequently one trick ponies. Looking past them to perennials, shrubs and even trees, creates options for more exciting combinations that don’t fill up the compost pile down the road.

Dwarf conifers offer a long list of design or placement options in the landscape — use them as anchors of ever-changing planting vignettes, vertical elements in a design, large container specimens, groundcovers, and in clusters with other conifers. Be guided by a few design inspirations we found, and find the right dwarf conifer for your climate, warm or cold.

Contianer garden with Conifers (Juniperus, Chamaecyparis, Sempervivum) | by KarlGercens.com GARDEN LECTURES

Dwarf conifers as well as larger selections are included on our list of excellent evergreen trees and shrubs for gardens.

Creative ways to use evergreens for chic container gardens year round

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This skinny, upright container is perfect for tight spaces in full sun

This is at Iseli Nursery in Boring, Oregon. They are a specialty nursery that grows unique tree and shrub species. They have a very impressive dispay garden. in this container Dwarf pine makes up center piece.

Gorgeous!

Planting small trees in large containers is a way to liven up small spaces.Whether you are planting fig trees, conifers, or citrus trees use a good potting soil and ensure the containers have drainage holes so the root system doesn’t rot. #conatinertrees #trees #containers #tree #smallspace

Growing trees and shrubs in containers can be a little bit more challenging than planting them in the garden, but it can be done if you pay close attention two main factors - water and temperature. Click to learn about the best trees and shrubs for containers. #Gardening #ContainerGardening #Tree #Shrub

There are lots of reasons to grow shrubs in containers. You may have a small garden or no garden at all. The only sunny spot on your property may be covered with concrete, or your soil may be so poor that even poison ivy fails to thrive. Then again, your “garden” space may be a porch, terrace or [...]

Receiving a text the other day from a creative savant and major plantsman, Kent Russell, (aka the Garden Guru), I hurried over to the Merrillton estate to see his newly planted…

Dwarf conifers grow slowly and thrive for years in pots, then can be transferred to flourish in your garden. Get expert conifer container info, including design, plants, care, and winter tips right here.

Have you ever found yourself becoming drowsy in front of your computer monitor? Last night I was up later than normal looking at pictures of amazing new dwarf and miniature conifers. Before I knew …