Superlative conifer for Southern Gardens. Withstands heat, poor drainage and heavy soils-resistant to root rots. All this and wonderful deep green evergreen needles make this the perfect way to have a Christmas tree living in your yard year-round. Forget about those Christmas trees that you bring inside, and then try to plant outside after being in the house, plant this one outside, get screening, year-round interest, bird habitat, and put a string of lights for the holidays!