When you have selected the conifer you want from the endless possibilities available, you will need to do some simple preparation work first.

When you have got your conifer in the garden do not forget it and decide to work on it every ten years, it is best to do trimming little and often. Many varieties only need a light trim to keep a good shape.

Variegated varieties should have single colour branches removed and it is best to do this when they are only small.Feeding conifers is important, you will get much better colour from a well fed plant. You can use which ever type of fertilizer you wish (Organic or not). If you are growing in a container this is more important but there are many products on the market for you to choose.