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Gently spray the
soil directly above the seed with water from a spray bottle.
Cover the jar with clear plastic wrap, seal the edges with a good rubber band, and poke small holes on the top with a pencil.
Place the pot in a warm, sunny place.
Spray more water from time to time, without letting the soil dry out. Don’t make puddles though. Just keep the soil slightly moist.
After about two weeks, when the shoot emerges, remove the plastic covering. If you need extra light for your lemon tree, you can use a grow light to supplement the sunlight.
Care for the young plant by keeping the soil moist, making sure it gets at least eight full hours of light a day, and giving it moderate doses of organic fertilizer.
Monitor your plant to make sure it is not attacked by insects or diseases. Prune brown and dead leaves if necessary. Use pesticides if you must. Protect your new lemon tree!
When the plant outgrows its small pot, place it in the larger pot. You will follow much the same procedure when you replant it as you did when you first planted. Younger plants need more water than older plants, but they all need adequate water. Don’t starve your poor plant after all that growing work!
How to Successfully Grow a Lemon Tree from Seed
If you follow these instructions, you’ll end up with your own lemon tree.
And while you can always buy a lemon at the market, the educational experience of growing your own lemons will be worth it. You’ll also be able to enjoy lemons fresh from the tree to your heart’s content, and you’ll have grown a great addition to your home décor.
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