✔ Dwarf varieties (like Meyer or Lisbon lemon) are best for growing in pots.
✔ Eureka and Ponderosa lemons are great for outdoor gardens.
✔ Meyer lemons are sweet, low-maintenance, and perfect for beginners.
💡 If you live in a cold climate, choose a variety that thrives indoors!
Step 2: Select the Perfect Container 🏡
✔ For indoor growing, use a 12-18 inch deep pot with drainage holes.
✔ For outdoor planting, make sure the soil is well-draining.
✔ Terracotta pots help regulate moisture and prevent root rot.
💡 A good potting mix includes compost, sand, and organic matter.
Step 3: Planting the Lemon Seeds or Seedlings 🌱
Option 1: Grow from Seeds
📌 1. Select fresh lemon seeds from an organic lemon.
📌 2. Rinse and dry the seeds.
📌 3. Soak them in water for 24 hours.
📌 4. Plant in moist soil about ½ inch deep.
📌 5. Cover with plastic wrap to retain moisture until germination (2-4 weeks).
Option 2: Grow from a Seedling (Faster Growth)
📌 1. Purchase a small lemon tree from a nursery.
📌 2. Transplant it into a well-draining pot or garden space.
📌 3. Water thoroughly after planting.
💡 Growing from a seed takes longer (3-5 years), while seedlings can bear fruit in 1-2 years!
