How to grow potted lemons to make them grow well? Lemon cultivation methods and precautions

Lemon trees are easy to grow, because lemon seedlings do not grow very large, and they can bloom and bear fruit. They can also grow and bloom normally when planted in pots, and their plants have strong adaptability to the environment. They have low requirements for soil and are relatively easy to keep alive.

How to grow lemon in pots

1. Selection of potting soil

To cultivate lemon potted plants, you need to choose the right potting soil. It is recommended to use a 25cm flower pot for lemon seedlings . Depending on the growth of the lemon tree, you can replace the flower pot and new culture soil in March or April each year.

For home cultivation of lemons, acidic soil is most suitable . You can use a mixture of garden soil, peat soil and sand and gravel. You can also add an appropriate amount of organic fertilizer or slow-release fertilizer to the bottom of the pot as base fertilizer.

2. Watering method

When growing lemon potted plants, pay attention to the watering method. During the growing season, water the plants every three days or so . When watering, water thoroughly, but do not allow water to accumulate. When the flowering period is about to arrive, water should be controlled to ensure the fruit setting rate.

3. Fertilization method

Lemons bear fruit in spring and summer every year. During the fruiting period , the amount of fertilizer should be controlled and some nutrient solution should be sprayed on the leaves every two weeks . After maturity, the lemon potted plants should be pruned in time and a support should be added to protect the fruit.

4. Lighting management

Before planting, the lemon potted plant should be placed in a sunny place , such as the roof, balcony, etc. As long as it can be exposed to sunlight for a long time and stably, it can produce large and good fruits. It needs to be exposed to sunlight for at least six hours a day .

Precautions for potted lemon maintenance

The fragrance of lemons can easily attract insects. The best way to deal with insects is to cut more and spray more. Cut off the leaves and insects with scissors, spray insecticide once every 3 days, and spray once a week after the lemons are ripe. Of course, do not spray during rainy days, flowering and fruiting periods.

How to prune a lemon potted plant

1. Pruning during the growing season

Lemon trees can be pruned all year round, and pruning during the growing season is mainly done in summer, pinching the tops and pruning the branches and buds . Controlling the growth rate of the branches to promote fruit development.

2. Pruning during flowering period

Pruning during the flowering period mainly involves pruning dead branches, rotten branches, diseased branches, old branches, and leggy branches and leaves to avoid affecting the growth of other normal branches and leaves and competing for a large amount of nutrients. Before pruning, you should use carbendazim to disinfect and sterilize to avoid branch and leaf infection and disease problems.

3. Pruning in late autumn

Lemon trees need to be pruned in late autumn so that they can store a lot of energy for winter survival. Cut off the underdeveloped branches and place them in a place with good light conditions and ensure good air circulation.

4. Winter pruning

When winter comes, lemon trees enter a dormant period. Their dead branches and rotten leaves should be pruned in time to avoid affecting their growth and development in the second year.