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[Peter Chrisbacher <pxbacher@gmail.com>]

This thread has taken an interesting turn (for me!).

Has anyone tried/compared various containers and their relative suitability
and EASE for annual planting of larger "in-ground containerized"
temperature-sensitive plants?

My figs remain in fairly large pots above ground all year (overwintered in
an attached garage after hardening off).  But keeping them in pots is
challenging due to their significant moisture requirements; I've considered
a drip system but wasn't ready to make the commitment.  Does "planting"
them in a pot or other container/bag solve the watering issue?  Given figs'
prolific rooting, have you seen improved fruiting/harvest/growth/etc. using
this method?  How difficult is it to dig them back up in the fall?  Any
ideas for making this easier (e.g. a thin layer of sand or perlite fill
around the pot?).

I'd love to hear more about others' experience and experiments with this
"in-ground containerized" approach.

-Pete
Back in Kennett Square PA 6b