What You Need to Know About Growing Citrus Trees: A Comprehensive Guide

What You Need to Know About Growing Citrus Trees: A Comprehensive Guide 1. Mound Planting: The Key to Success Most trees, including citrus, don't like constantly wet roots without air. Mound planting allows for more frequent watering. More water means faster growth due to increased oxygen feeding the biology and roots. This method prevents root rot, a common cause of fruit tree death. 2. Mulching: Nature's Way You can't have too much organic mulch, just like in a forest. Avoid placing mulch directly on the stem. Mulch is a decaying ecosystem, while the plant is a growing ecosystem. 3. Understanding Citrus Tree Preferences Prefers drier air and cooler temperatures. Grows more like a bush than a tree. 4. To Prune or Not to Prune "Lollipop" shaping: Remove lower branches for a tree-like appearance. However, lower branches often produce the best fruit, so consider leaving them. 5. The Perfect Planting Mix 75% well-broken down compost 25% sand or perlite Add worm castings for micronutrients Include Happy Frog or Dr. Earth fertilizer for inoculants (fungal and bacterial life) These bond with roots, promoting vigor and stress resistance