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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    November 23, 2010
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    It can be done, but it is very difficult to do. Pine trees do not do well indoors on a long-term basis. You could maybe get it to survive, but it will most likely never thrive indoors.

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    roseman on
    December 5, 2010
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    There are many additives on the market that are supposed to help keep the tree fresh. However research has shown that just plain water is really all that is needed. Before placing the tree in its stand you should cut about an inch off the trunk base and then place that fresh cut into the plain tap water in the stand. If you forget to water it and the water is completely gone, then you will need to make a fresh cut to keep the trees ability to take up water in effect. Once the base dries out, resins form that stop the uptake of water kind of like a wound healing over.

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    Nikki on
    January 7, 2011
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    Check the roots. If they seem cramped, you can repot the tree. Here is more information on repotting: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/learn-more-about-repotting-houseplants.htm

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    Heather on
    January 16, 2011
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    It depends on the variety. Do you know the variety? If you let us know that, we can give you a better idea of how big and fast it will grow.

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    Nikki on
    January 18, 2011
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    You would want to use a pot that is at least 2" larger than the one it is in now.

    This article will help you regarding soil: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/proper-soil-mix-for-evergreen-container-plants-and-trees.htm

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    Nikki on
    January 27, 2011
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    I would water it at least once or twice during the week. Its water absorption should slow as it goes into dormancy, but it will still need some water.

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    Heather on
    May 2, 2011
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    If it is a cut tree without a rootball, then it is essentially a giant cut flower. It is impressive that you have kept it alive this long but as it has no root system,it will eventually die. But there is no reason you can't keep it for fun until it does die.

    If it has a root system, then now would be the time to think about acclimating it to the outdoors and finding a place to plant it outside. Keeping them indoors only gets them through a short period and they will not live long term indoors. These articles will help you with acclimation and transplanting:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/hpgen/move-houseplant-outside.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/learn-how-to-avoid-and-repair-transplant-shock-in-plants.htm

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