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Cedar for Bearss Lime planter?

4 years ago

My Bearss lime has outgrown its planter and it could be convenient to build one out of cedar DYI, add soil, and replant the tree. However, cedar and redwood leach a lot of tannic acid and possibly other stuff. Would that be a concern? Lining the inside with fiberglass would not be cost effective....

Thank you.

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poncirusguy6b452xx
4 years ago
You could line it with a plastic bag with drain hole lined up with the pot holes.

Steve
gardengal48 (PNW Z8/9)
4 years ago
Or use an ecologically safe sealer before filing with soil. Will preserve the wood for longer and will seal in any leachate. However, planting in untreated cedar or redwood is really not a concern. A great many trees are grown and sold in untreated cedar boxes and they flourish if all other care factors are considered. No reason to assume citrus would be any different.
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