Live Potted Christmas Tree

Live Potted Christmas Tree | Private Jet™ Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'King of Brabant' — USPP29678, CPBRAF | Bloomin Easy®

Why Live Christmas Trees Are Trending for the Holidays

• One purchase = two gifts: a stunning holiday centerpiece now and a permanent landscape tree for years to come
• Eco-conscious families are ditching disposable cut trees for living trees that grow and give back
• The Private Jet™ Arborvitae holds its dense, dark-green pyramid shape naturally — no fluffing, no shedding
• Hardy zones 3-7 (tolerates 8-9), making it one of the most versatile live Christmas trees available
• Matures to 15-20 ft tall with a tight 4-5 ft spread — a privacy screen, windbreak, or statement tree all in one

What This Tree Does For You

• Gives you a fresh, living, fragrant Christmas tree that looks beautiful indoors all season long
• Eliminates the guilt of a single-use cut tree — this one keeps growing for decades after the holidays
• Transitions from holiday decoration to a permanent landscape tree with minimal effort in spring
• Anchors a privacy screen, windbreak, or formal evergreen border in your yard after planting
• Makes a meaningful, lasting gift for homeowners, new families, or anyone who loves the holidays
• Brings dark green color and structure to your landscape all four seasons, not just in December

Plant Highlights

• Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'King of Brabant' — USPP29678
• Mature Height: 15-20 ft | Mature Width: 4-5 ft
• Hardiness Zones: 3-7 (tolerates zones 8-9)
• Foliage: Dense dark green, pyramidal, evergreen
• Growth Rate: Medium
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Moist, well-drained
• Water: Occasional deep watering; more during heat
• Pet Friendly: Yes | Cold & Heat Tolerant: Yes

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Premium Features & Solutions

Choose Your Size:

• 5 Gallon — 4-5' Tall (Best Value): Full, lush, statement-size live Christmas tree. Maximum branching and density for ornaments and lights. The top choice for living rooms, entryways, and serious decorators. Grows into a 15-20 ft landscape tree after the holidays.
• 2 Gallon — 3-4' Tall (Great Value): Perfect for smaller spaces, kids’ rooms, offices, apartments, or as a companion to a larger display. Same premium genetics, same lasting landscape value at a lower price point.

Why Private Jet™ Beats a Cut Tree Every Time:

• "Cut trees drop needles and die" — Private Jet™ holds its dense dark green foliage all season with no mess, no shedding, and no dry-out risk.
• "I don’t want to throw money away every year" — One purchase gives you a holiday tree this December and a permanent landscape tree for 30+ years.
• "Artificial trees look fake" — Nothing replaces the natural texture, color, and presence of a real living tree decorated for the holidays.
• "I don’t have space for a big tree" — The 2 Gallon size fits perfectly on a tabletop, in a corner, or as an entryway accent.
• "I want something meaningful to give" — A live Christmas tree is a gift that grows — a lasting memory every holiday season and every year after.

Smart Growing Guide

Beginner — Holiday Care & Planting Step by Step:

1. Indoors for the Holidays: Keep your tree in its container and place it in a bright spot near a window. Water consistently — keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Avoid placing directly over heating vents.
2. Decorating: Strong branches handle ornaments and lights beautifully. Use LED lights to minimize heat near the foliage.
3. After the Holidays: Gradually transition the tree from indoors to a sheltered outdoor spot over 7-10 days before planting in the ground.
4. Planting Outdoors: Choose a full-sun location with moist, well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the container, same depth. Backfill, water deeply, and mulch 2-3 inches around the base.
5. Ongoing Care: Water during dry spells, especially the first season. Light shaping in early spring keeps the pyramidal form tidy.

Advanced — Optimization Tips:

• Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring once planted outdoors for vigorous growth
• Add Root Booster at planting time to accelerate establishment and improve drought tolerance
• Space multiple trees 4-5 ft apart for a formal privacy screen or windbreak that matures in 5-7 years
• In zones 8-9: plant in a spot with afternoon shade and extra moisture to support performance at the heat limit
• Prune only the tips in early spring — never cut into old wood, which does not regenerate

Pro Tips for Maximum Impact

• Order early — live Christmas trees ship in limited quantities and popular sizes sell out before the holidays
• Plant multiple trees in a row after the holidays for an instant privacy screen or formal evergreen border
• Give a 5 Gallon as a holiday gift — it arrives decorated-ready and keeps giving as a landscape tree for decades
• Use warm white LED lights on your live tree to create a classic, elegant holiday look that complements the dark green foliage

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I actually decorate this tree for Christmas?
A: Yes. The Private Jet™ Arborvitae has dense, strong branches built to hold ornaments and lights. It makes a stunning live Christmas tree and is one of the best arborvitae varieties for holiday decorating.

Q: What is the difference between the 2 Gallon and 5 Gallon?
A: The 2 Gallon arrives at 3-4 ft tall — ideal for tabletops, small spaces, and offices. The 5 Gallon arrives at 4-5 ft tall with more branching and density — the best choice for a living room or entryway display and the fastest path to a large landscape tree after the holidays.

Q: How long can I keep it indoors during the holidays?
A: Most gardeners keep their live tree indoors for 4-6 weeks during the holiday season. After that, transition it gradually to outdoor temperatures over 7-10 days before planting in the ground.

Q: What do I do with it after Christmas?
A: Plant it outdoors in spring. Over the coming years it will grow into a 15-20 ft evergreen tree — a permanent, beautiful reminder of the holiday you brought it home.

Q: Does it come decorated with ornaments?
A: No — the tree ships without ornaments. It arrives as a premium live evergreen ready for you to decorate in your own style.

Q: How does the Fill My Box savings work?
A: Add trees to your cart and savings apply automatically at checkout — 15% off 2, 25% off 4, 30% off 6. No code needed. A great way to gift a live Christmas tree to family and friends.

Q: What zones does this tree grow in?
A: Hardy in zones 3-7, with tolerance for zones 8-9. One of the most cold-hardy arborvitae available.

Q: Will it survive a harsh winter after planting?
A: Yes. Private Jet™ Arborvitae is cold hardy to zone 3 (-40°F). Mulch around the base after planting for extra root protection the first winter.

Q: What states do you not ship to?
A: We do not ship to AK, HI, or PR.

Q: When will it ship?
A: Orders ship within 1-3 business days. Orders placed after Wednesday 4:00 PM through Sunday ship the following Monday. Weather holds may apply during extreme heat (above 95F) or cold (below 34F) to protect the tree during transit.

Q: How big will this tree get after I plant it?
A: The Private Jet™ Arborvitae matures to 15-20 ft tall with a 4-5 ft spread — a narrow, elegant column that works beautifully as a privacy screen, windbreak, or formal landscape specimen.

Note: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. When you buy our plants, think of them as an investment in your future garden, and enjoy the process of seeing it grow to its fullest.