Camp Internet's Global Gardening Studies are open to all Camp Expedition Teams. RAIN's Youth Technology Corps members are Expedition Team Leaders for Communities taking part.

In The Garden	Briefings	Calendar	Activities

Planting a Christmas tree If you want to plant your rooted tree outdoors at the end of the festive season… Acclimatise the tree to being outdoors again for a month. Start off with the tree in a sheltered area with some natural light - a porch, conservatory or garage and gradually move the tree down the garden to a more exposed area. If you have a very large garden and want to plant your tree in a lawn, choose a location in full sun as this will ensure an even shape to your tree. Then dig a square hole, one spade deep. Cultivate the soil, paying attention to creating good drainage. Fill the hole and plant the tree on the resulting mound, making sure that the root collar is at ground level, not below - this will improve the tree's chances of survival. Keep an area up to 1m (3.3ft) around the tree completely weed free - mulch with bark. If planted in the lawn, this area should be up to 2m (6.6ft) around the tree. If you are intending to reuse your Christmas tree, it is better to keep it in a container - a half-barrel is suitable. This way the size will be more manageable. Keep the container on a trolley so it can be moved easily. When you bring the tree indoors next year, beware of bugs emerging due to central heating - and always pay attention to watering.