When is the best season to plant citron trees?

Citron tree planting season and time

The planting time of citron trees is generally not seasonal. Most citron trees are planted in autumn, specifically around October. It is best to sow the seeds as soon as they are collected, so that they can be transplanted after 2-3 years of growth.

Citron is a plant of the Rutaceae family. There are generally only two varieties, namely Buddha's hand and Yunnan citron. There is no difference in the planting time of different varieties of citron trees.

Citron tree harvest season

Citron trees usually bear fruit 3-5 years after planting. The flowering period is from April to May, and the fruit ripens in October and November. The yield per mu is generally around 4,000-5,000 jin, and the market price per jin ranges from 7 to 16 yuan.

Citron tree planting steps and methods

1. Sowing and seedling raising

It is best to sow citron tree seeds immediately after they are harvested. Usually, the seeds should be taken out, washed, dried, and then sown in rows with a row spacing of about 30 cm. Finally, cover with soil and water.

2. Field management

Citron trees need to be tilled and weeded every year, and some thin liquid cake fertilizer should be applied at the same time. Extra long branches, overcrowded branches, etc. should be pruned in time.