How often should lemons be watered?

How often should lemons be watered?

When watering lemons, you need to follow the principle of "watering when dry and watering when wet". Do not water unless the soil is dry and do not leave water accumulation. Each time you water, you must water thoroughly to avoid the soil being half-dry and half-wet.

If lemon is grown in a potted plant, it is generally watered every 3-5 days. However, this time is not fixed. The specific watering frequency needs to be adjusted according to soil conditions and weather conditions.

1. Watering in spring

Lemon prefers a slightly humid growing environment. The plant grows faster in spring and requires more water. It can be watered every 3-5 days.

2. Watering in summer

The temperature is high and the humidity is low in summer, and the moisture in the soil evaporates very quickly. In order to prevent the lemon from lacking water, it needs to be watered every 2-3 days.

3. Watering in autumn

Lemon grows relatively fast in autumn. The frequency of watering during this period is similar to that in spring, watering every 3-5 days, depending on the dryness and wetness of the soil.

4. Watering in winter

The temperature is low in winter, and the growth of lemons is slow at this time. What you need to do is to control water in time. Don’t water too much at this time. It is enough to water it once every 7 days or so.

What kind of water is good for lemons?

During the maintenance process of lemons, rainwater or river water can be used for watering. These waters contain minerals and are very suitable for the growth of plants. If conditions do not permit, you can also use tap water that has been dried in the sun and wait until the chlorine in it evaporates before using it.