How to treat soil in a potted plant that you are bringing in

by Irma

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I started a lemon tree from seed 5 years ago. Since I live in Michigan, I have kept the tree inside. This was the first year that I took it outside for the summer. It is almost time to bring it back in. I am worried that there will be bugs in the soil. How can I treat the soil before bringing in the tree.

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Susan on Sep 20, 2018

Mix up a solution of soap and water. Saturate the containers thoroughly and let sit a day then bring in.

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Kmdreamer on Sep 20, 2018

Put the tree in the bath tub let sit there spray with a mixture of mint oil dish soap lavender oil ciane pepper this will kill bugs

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