| If you are in NY, you get freezing winters and will not be able to keep a tropical plant like ficus outdoors over the winter. all trees get taller than 6ft. It is tough to keep any tree in a pot over the winter and to keep the pot from shattering from frost. You will need a large fiberglass, not ceramic or plastic pot, a plant that is hardy to at least 2 zones colder than your zone and will need to pile straw or other protection around the pot over the winter. If you only need 6ft of privacy, have you considered a small 6ft wooden privacy fence or screen around your deck? Maintanence free and works all seasons. |
