Asked on Jun 28, 2015
Lemons not growing
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I don't know what I am doing wrong with these lemons: I have changed them to a bigger pot, planted them in the special citrus potting mix, fed them citrus fertilizer and they're still just as tall as they were last year. I need help.
Lemons from seed..
8 answers
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Citrus trees grow very slowly, especially from seed. Are they in full sun? They should get at least 6 hours of sun per day. Growing citrus from seed is a lesson in patience! It sounds like you're doing everything right, keep them moist and enjoy your endeavor!
Joy
on Jun 28, 2015
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Put them outside under a tree, so that they get dappled sunlight for the summer.
Hil
on Jun 28, 2015
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I also wonder if the pots are to big you should never go up more than one size at a time,
Joan Bohonsky
on Jun 28, 2015
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The Master Gardeners told us to expose the fine roots, and add fertilizer, but not directly to the roots. Maybe around the edge of the pots. If you place them outside, make sure they have a bit of shade so they don't sunburn. As they get bigger, plant lavender and other bee-friendly plants around them. It takes a couple of years to get them big and setting fruit, but once they start producing, we're told there will be blooms and fruit at the same time.
Merry D
on Jun 28, 2015
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My husband planted seeds in citris potting mix and he uses miracle grow on them once a month. They are indoors but they get put on a window sill all day and they thrive in the afternoon sun. He removes them at night and puts them in my kitchen. He doesn't let them get below 70 degrees. Hope this helps.
Cheryl
on Jun 29, 2015
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Forgot some details. He started them in red dixie cups. They were transplanted to 8 inch pots when they were 3 inches tall. Do not overwater. He uses a spray bottle on leaves and waters when soil is dry down to one inch. There you go.
Cheryl
on Jun 29, 2015
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I put all my house plants out as soon as the oaks have enough leaves to shade them some. They get a breeze to keep molds and fungus at bay and I know I enjoy a vacation outside so why wouldn't they. If you are worried about bugs, you could cover them with cheese cloth.
DORLIS
on Jun 29, 2015
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Also, a good bug repellent can be found in many strong essential oils, bugs don't like the smell. My cats have been flea and tick free for over 4 years. Catnip is growing all over the yard.
DORLIS
on Jun 30, 2015
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