The Beginner's Garden with Jill McSheehy

419 - How to Grow Meyer Lemons in Containers (Anywhere!)


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Have you ever dreamed of growing lemons but didn’t know where to start—or tried and failed like I have? In this episode, I’m diving into the world of Meyer lemons: the sweet, compact citrus tree that’s perfect for container gardening in Zones 8 and below.

In this episode: 🍋 [00:01:30] Why Meyer lemons are the go-to citrus for home gardeners 🍋 [00:06:10] Choosing the right container and soil mix (and what not to do) 🍋 [00:13:20] Tips for planting and where to place your tree for success 🍋 [00:17:40] Seasonal care: watering, humidity, fertilizing, and winter protection 🍋 [00:27:00] Is it actually worth it? I ran the numbers—here’s what I found 🍋 [00:32:15] Organic vs. store-bought lemons: what's really on that peel?

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Research links:

https://news.oregonstate.edu/news/pucker-it%E2%80%99s-time-talk-lemons

https://www.bhg.com/grow-lemon-tree-in-pot-8686828

https://extension.umd.edu/resource/growing-dwarf-citrus/

 

 

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