jloeschner

Vicki,

First, if it is a real tree, then it was probably already dead when you bought it. It looks like some sort of juniper, and they can remain green for a long time after expiring. (I had one remain green for almost a month after dying!) But, just in case, it would be safe to say that it would be better off in soil than foam. If it has no roots, then it is probably dead. You could still put it into some well-draining soil and hope for a successful rooting, but there is only a small chance of this happening, especially this late in the year. At this point, assuming that it is alive, putting it in soil is better than leaving it in the foam. It may die after repotting, but leaving it in the foam will certainly kill it.

As for overwintering, I will let someone from farther north than I answer your question.

Regards,
John

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