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  • Answered by
    j03bh09an on
    February 19, 2013
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    Christmas trees are very hardy evergreens. It should be able to handle a lot of abuse and neglect. Personally, i would take it out of the bag and plant it. Let its roots grow deep and strong. No matter what you decide to do, I am sure you will be able to grow it. You have a good plant. Keep your head up. Good Luck and Happy Growing!

    Cheers,
    Joe

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    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    February 11, 2013
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    I would think that if it's done well until now, waiting until moid-March shouldn't be a problem.

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    Nikki on
    January 4, 2014
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    Unfortunately, the answer is no. You cannot plant trees that have been cut like this. They would simply die. For future reference, you may want to consider using a live Christmas tree, which contains the entire root ball. These trees can be replanted. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/christmas-trees/plant-your-christmas-tree.htm

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    Nikki on
    January 5, 2014
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    This is a lovely plant. It needs water often, but likes its roots to be relatively dry. So I would recommend mixing regular potting soil with a bit of sand or pumice to help encourage drainage and make sure to water regularly. It needs full sun to do well also.

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    Nikki on
    January 8, 2014
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    If your garage is attached, then this would be ok. It cannot withstand the full cold of winter now that it has broken its dormant state, but the sheltered cold of an attached garage would be ok if you do not have room for it in front of a bight window in your home.

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    Nikki on
    January 10, 2014
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    Nikki on
    January 13, 2014
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    It is unlikely that it is rooting, but I am not surprised that it is still growing a bit. This is very possible if the tree has had enough water. On the off chance that the tree does root itself, keep the new roots in water until they are at least 3-4 inches long. Then you can transfer it to a pot with soil. Make sure the soil stays damp. The tree will have to stay indoors for the winter, as it is not prepared any longer for the cold outside. Once spring comes, you can plant it outside as you would any other tree.

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