Would you suggest planting this tree now (almost into December in South Texas) or waiting till next year?
1491996
I planted it in Spring and it showed a good growth. Then came the Arctic vortex last winter. I thought it was dead and pulled it out and throw in the container of a different tree I planted in its spot. I recognized new growth late summer and plant it to a new spot. I covered new growrh with straw this time. It seems OK after 2 early strong frosts in Tennessee. I cross my fingers. This is a tough little thing I really do not know how to answer. If you do not have strong frosts in your region, it may be good for root growth without stressing the tree.
1491997
I planted our tree in March (in central Texas) and it did great. If you protect it from any hard freeze you may have, I bet it will be fine to plant now.
1535748
I haven't planted the seeds yet, too cold yet in Kansas. I intend to plant when the soil warms up and all chance of frost is past. From the research I did I believe this is one of the tallest species but have heard it is very invasive. I will find out!
293298
Hey Allison, I live in Beaumont, Texas so am somewhat familiar with your climate. Plant seeds in the spring, probably around April. It's a little cooler where you live. I plan to sow my seeds in March. Good luck.
1268039
Don't see why not. However, not sure because I just planted mine in North West Arkansas 4 weeks ago. Instructions mention that they come as late as June and you may not have any the first season. I don't have any yet. I would think June in Arkansas is April in Florida. Order now and plan on next April. We can always hope to be lucky this year.
1037471
My crocus bulbs came up fine even tho' I am in zone 9a. No frost that year, so plant late and remove from ground a bit early. I hope that is meaningful to you.
670881
As the photo illustrates, it will grow into a tree form over time. As with all trees, it is best to transplant when the tree is NOT under stress.... meaning, amply hydrated and partially dormant. Beyond that, my suggestion is to let the root ball dry out so it remains intact during transplant, shelter/stake the tree (do not perforate the root ball) until it establishes itself completely (one year), and do NOT plant it lower than currently planted in the pot. Also, mulch the area around it, water deeply twice weekly (not shallowly more often), and do NOT under any circumstances prune the tree or allow mulch to touch the trunk - with any tree.
1320456
I am in N. Florida, so the trees didn't have a bad winter here. Both are in pots, and stayed outdoors. Both are growing and doing very well. No fruit yet, and I don't expect any for a few years.
838853
depends where in texas you live, you can plant it in a large pot and move it in, at least for the first year or two
1068206
Depends on where you live, but I would wait until early next year (Feb/March). Grass doesn't grow well in the heat in general. I tried planting this last year in the summer and it didn't do much in the heat. When I planted it in Feb/March, it had enough time to take root before the heat hit in June and has been doing great.
1370545
We recommend planting them within 1 year so saving them for a few months is no problem! Store them in a cool dry place.
375484
If you don't have a true winter I would think anytime is a good time! I always plant late and harvest late here in Oklahoma as well.
415216
I am in South Carolina, and our temps drop too low in the winter. You might be successful if you are able to keep it indoors through the colder season, which this tree is supposed to make a good ornamental tree, and do well indoors. you can find instructions online how to do this. :-)
1987638
I'm not an expert in this area, but I think they have a chance. These quick growing trees are evergreens and like a lot of water in the growing season. I would plant it 2 - 4 inches deeper than the apparent soil-line to avoid freezing. The instructions recommended growing the tree inside for the first year. My plant has grown very well and recently sprouted new shoots (in the fall/winter season....indoors).I really like the tree.................
1579082
I'm probably not the best person to answer that question. Living in Ormond Beach, Florida, frost is generally not a problem for us. My suggestion is that you contact the Davidson family at DAS Farms who initially grew the tree. I believe they are located in Alabama. Their e-mail is dasfarmstn@yahoo.com. Hope you can get an answer. Joe Stock
1849339
I would recommend you plant them in a 1 gallon pot and set them outside for the summer. I would then plant after the last frost has passed in early spring. They should be placed about 10 feet apart and should NOT be by any water source such as a septic leach lines as the roots will travel and plug them up. These trees are beautiful and I receive a lot of compliments. They do loose their leaves and the wood itself is hollow inside. Good Luck and enjoy!
840895
i would say late may or early june at the latest. i live in zone 5, so you have to plan on what you will plant in it.
876577
Yes, we bought ours as a Christmas gift in December and still have it in the same pot. Its doing well, and we'll need to transplant it into a larger pot soon. Currently we have 3 lemons growing on the tree. It's very happy being outside now that the temp is warmer.