In the December issue of Fine Gardening, David Leckey writes about trees suitable for small spaces. Here are David’s suggestions:
- ‘Diana’ Weeping Larch
- ‘Tamukeyama’ Japanese Maple
- ‘Twisted Growth’ Deodar Cedar
- ‘Cesarini Blue’ Limber Pine
- ‘Cumulus’ Allegany Serviceberry
- ‘Hillside Upright’ Spruce
- Lavender Twist Redbud
- ‘Viridis’ Japanese Maple
- ‘Green Prince’ Cedar
If you’re growing a tree in a pot, remember, you need a big container! Don’t plant them in a pot only slightly bigger than the nursery pot/root ball. Also, you’re probably not going to be able to bring them inside in the winter (too big and heavy), so make sure you pick a pot that can handle repeated thawing and freezing if you live in a climate with real winters.
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