Soil: Use a well-draining, high-quality potting mix with added compost.Sunlight: Strawberries thrive in full sun, so place your pots in a sunny spot.Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer designed for fruiting plants.Maintenance: Trim runners (long stems) to encourage fruit production and replace plants every 2-3 years.
Citrus Trees (Citrus spp.):
The sight and scent of citrus trees in containers are both refreshing and fruitful. Whether it’s lemons, limes, or oranges, growing citrus in pots is surprisingly easy:
- Container: Choose a large, sturdy pot with good drainage.
- Soil: Use a well-draining, citrus-specific potting mix.
- Sunlight: Citrus trees need plenty of sunlight, preferably 8-12 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging.
- Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced, slow-release citrus fertilizer.
- Pruning: Trim back leggy branches and maintain a balanced shape.
- Pests: Watch out for common pests like aphids and scale insects.
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