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Oaks grown in different propagation containers

Live oak (Quercus virginiana) in several different propagation container types grew very different root systems. The container is shown on the left; the root system grown in that container is shown on the right.

smooth sided pot

Smooth sided standard pot for growing trees

tree grown in smooth sided pot

Trees grown in smooth side pot. Many circling, ascending, and diving roots.

tree roots tree roots
smooth sided pot tree roots
container with holes in side tree roots
container with holes tree roots