growing shrubs in containers

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elizjanis Grants Pass, OR Aug 02, 2008

I just got 2 one-gallon sized Amelanchier alnifolia (serviceberry) plants. Can I successfully raise them in large containers? Will they still produce lots of berries--how big of a container? Do I increase the container size over time?

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Aug 03, 2008

I'm fairly certain that the health of the plant isn't affected by being in a container, as long as it's basic needs are met-food, water and space for the roots. If it does well for a while, then begins to look unhealthy I'd consider the replanting.

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dp72 Woodway, TX(Zone 8a) Aug 03, 2008

Plants in containers have special water needs, and they are exposed to about 20 degrees colder temps than plants in the ground. They also suffer more in severe heat.

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