Katharina Buczek
To enhance the likelihood of your seed sprouting, you can carefully clip the tip of the seed using nail clippers, a knife, or scissors. Following this, gently peel away the outer seed coat with your fingernails. This preparation step is crucial for promoting successful germination.
When it comes to planting, you should sow several seeds about half an inch deep in a sterile, high-quality potting mix. Make sure the pot or container used for planting has sufficient drainage holes.
After planting, you should water the seeds thoroughly, maintaining the soil at a consistently moist level – not waterlogged – at a temperature of around 70°F.
Additionally, to retain moisture and minimize water loss through evaporation, you can consider covering the surface of the soil with plastic wrap.
Growing A Lemon Seedling Into A Tree
Patience is key here, and your seedling will need consistent care and attention as it grows.
Be sure to keep the soil moist, provide plenty of sunlight, and use a high-quality citrus fertilizer to nourish your growing tree.
As it gets bigger, you also may need to transfer it to a larger pot or plant it in the ground, depending on your climate and space.
How Long Until Harvest?
After planting, you should brace yourself for a long game. It can take anywhere from seven to 15 years for a lemon tree grown from seed to start producing fruit.
But while the wait might be long, the reward of harvesting your home-grown lemons will be sweet.
