How to Grow CITRUS in Containers, Step by Step || Black Gumbo

Come learn how to grow any kind of citrus tree in a container. I’ll show you every step and explain why citrus is easy. I’ll be potting a Key Lime tree as a demo, and will also show you some products you might like. I used IV Organics long before they reached out to me to become an affiliate, but you can get yourself a 10% discount by using my promo code GUMBO10 at https://ivorganics.com/. Enjoy citrus! Here’s what I’ll be teaching you:
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Why grow in containers?
small trees
better control
more varieties in a small space
excellent flavor
easy to save from frost

Container size
about twice the size of nursery pot
wide and deep
must have good drainage

Soil
well draining
coarse
lots of non-organic media
mix your own
OR use Cactus/Succulent/Citrus pre-made mixes

Planting
roots
depth
fertilize
inoculate with native biology
mulch
water in well

Mulch
Never go without
I prefer hardwood mulch

Sunlight
8 hours +
Paint trunk

Watering
Water when almost dry
Deep water

Fertilizing
once a month during growing season minimum
OR once every two weeks low dose
back off in fall, don’t fertilize in winter
slow release vs liquid

Harvesting
cut, don’t pull
store on tree
gather all fruit when tree starts dropping

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