Lemon Plant Propagation
Growing a lemon tree provides fruit, shade and biodiversity to a home orchard or garden. Propagating lemon trees uses a variety of methods to produce healthy, productive lemon trees. Does this Spark an idea?
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Cuttings
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Growing lemon trees from cuttings is a way to continue producing trees from a successful or productive line by using a cutting from the tree itself. Taking cuttings from suckers on young trees is more likely to result in a healthy tree.
Seedlings
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Lemon trees can be grown from seedlings, also known as whips. These young trees grow well if planted outdoors or grown in planters for the first growing season. Check seedlings for damage or problems before purchasing or planting them.
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Propagation
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Propagating lemon trees requires the proper type of soil and care. Lemon trees grow best in deep, nutrient-rich and well-drained soil that does not leave them in standing water. Planting lemon trees in full to partial sunlight gives them appropriate exposure to the sun.
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