Top 10 Trees to Grow in Containers

Ficus lyrata, commonly known as
the fiddle-leaf fig

I once had a thriving little Citrus tree. It got so cute that my green-thumbed late Mom - who gave us the plant - noticed it. However, it also attracted thieves' eyes as it was soon stolen off of my very own home's front porch in Evanston, grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr 😠😟😲  

I currently have a Fig (Fiddle-leaf)  bought on sale; and a dwarf Citrus tree. Both are from Costco.  I keep the Fig indoors, by a sunny window. It's beautiful. 

Admiring and watching my newly-arrived Citrus. I don't know its "mood" as of yet. It's situated outdoors on my sunny deck. I hope both (all) of my potted plants last a while and thrive.

There are plenty of reasons to grow a tree in a large container. For urban gardens and those with little outdoor space, a potted tree can make a small terrace feel more like a garden and, if you plant a fig or lemon, provide you with fruit as well. In larger gardens, potted trees add drama with their stature and act as striking focal points on the patio or when placed on either side of an entryway. 
When choosing your tree, use the same criteria as you would for choosing any other plant: Select a variety that will thrive in your climate and with the light exposure and moisture of your site. However, growing trees in large pots comes with a few special considerations — not all trees are happy to grow in containers. There are plenty that tolerate it just fine, though. Read on for our top 10 choices.  -- Lauren Dunec Design


A.  Citrus

Photo by Shades Of Green Landscape Architecture -

B. Conifers

Photo by Wettling Architects -

C.  Edible Fig

Photo by Margot Hartford Photography -

D.  Japanese Maple

Photo by Glenna Partridge Garden Design -

E.  Olive

Photo by Harrison's Landscaping -

F.  Sweet Bay

Photo by Monrovia -

See full list of trees, and read full Houzz article H E R E

10 Top Trees to Grow in Containers

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Container Trees

Citrus

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