Are you excited to embark on the journey of establishing your vegetable garden? Gear up with work gloves, a spade, and a rake, as the tasks ahead encompass soil preparation, fertilization, sowing, and the ultimate harvest. The satisfaction of bringing your homegrown vegetables to the table awaits!
On lemons
The lemon tree (Citrus limon), an Indian evergreen predominantly cultivated in Sicily, is particularly sensitive to cold and wind. In our regions, it is advisable to cultivate it in pots to shield it from chilly winds and frosts.
How to Cultivate Lemons
The optimal time to plant or pot lemons is early spring, coinciding with stabilizing temperatures. The soil should be soft, porous, and resistant to stagnation since regular watering is essential. Placing a layer of expanded clay at the pot’s bottom can help absorb water and prevent rot.
Repotting
Lemons should be repotted every two years, transferring them to a larger container. For those starting from seeds, initiate planting in a pot with a diameter of 30-40cm.
Treatment
For seed starters, water the soil until germination occurs before adding fertilizer. Once the plant reaches 20 cm, repot it into a larger container. Those who purchase a lemon tree need to provide consistent and intensified irrigation during the summer, ensuring that the soil remains consistently moist.
Pruning
Pruning should be conducted in winter, focusing on eliminating dry and damaged leaves.
Fertilization
Lemon trees should be fertilized twice a year.
