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needrain said:I'm wondering if being grown in a container versus in ground wouldn't be a significant factor in how the plant performs. A container plant doesn't have to share water or nutrients outside of the container, but the roots are more exposed to excessive temperatures and the water they receive may be gone sooner than and in ground planting.

Yes, because a plant being grown in a container is totally reliant for the essential nutrients and water, on the grower. They would also likely get more tap water than a plant in the ground so water quality can also be a factor, plus there are other variables like the size of the pot, the type of media used etc.