Plant keeping soil level in container equal to the ground level or a “tad “ (1/2 inch) higher. Never plant deeper! Amend backfill with 30% peat or compost. Water 2 x a week when it's dry out . Fertilize next Spring.
Decorating for the Holidays’and then planting:
This routine is the best advice we can give. As an * indoor Holiday tree. Keep indoors 7 to 10 days maximum… Then place in an unheated garage for the duration of the winter. Water lightly 2 x a week. When the ground thaws early –mid March plant your tree.
As an *outdoor Holiday tree ,keep outdoors decorated as long as you desire, remember to water, then place in a mulch mound outdoors , covering up to the top of the pot. Plant when the ground thaws.