How to spread a lemon tree from cuttings
Propagating a lemon tree from cuttings is an effective method of producing new trees from an existing plant. Here is a step-by-step guide to growing lemon cuttings:
- Choosing cuttings: Select healthy and vigorous cuttings from a well established lemon tree. The cuttings should be about 15-20 cm long and taken in spring.
- Preparation of cuttings: Remove the lower leaves from the cuttings to expose a growth node. Soak the lower end of the cuttings in cutting hormone to promote rooting.
- Planting of cuttings: Plant the cuttings in a light blend of soil and sand to improve drainage. Water slightly and place the cuttings in a bright place but sheltered from the direct sun.
- Treatment of cuttings: Keep the soil moist but not soaked by watering the cuttings regularly. Be careful not to let them dry. Also avoid extreme temperatures and air currents.
- Rooting of cuttings: Lemon tree cuttings should start forming roots within a few weeks. To check rooting, pull the cuttings gently – if they resist, it is a good sign that the roots develop.
- Transplantation of young plants: Once the cuttings are well rooted, you can transplant them into individual pots with a mixture of soil suitable for citrus fruit. Continue to water and fertilize them regularly to promote growth.
Cultivate lemon tree cuttings in tea leaves
Growing lemon tree cuttings in tea leaves is an original and ecological method that can produce surprising results. Here is how to proceed: