Story: Growing Citrus in Small Spaces
Episode: 2
Presenter: Nigel
Air Date: 25th March 2023

Did you know you don’t need a large backyard to grow citrus? You can grow dwarf varieties of all your favourite citrus in almost any space!

• For the best citrus, you need to start with the best potting mix. Scotts Osmocote Citrus & Fruit Premium Potting Mix which has been developed with over 50 years of horticultural expertise with sustainability sourced materials and the right amount of nutrients to provide the best growing conditions.
• Due to the nature of citrus trees, Scotts Osmocote Citrus & Fruit Premium Potting Mix provides the ideal conditions for them to thrive. The premium mix contains boosted levels of iron and magnesium to produce lush, deep green leaves while helping eliminate yellowing, along with growth stimulants to encourage strong root development for healthier, more vigorous plants and calcium to support nutrient uptake and stronger plant cells.
• To get started, choose a pot size that will comfortably hold the root ball, fresh potting mix, plus a little extra room for growth. Do not put a small plant into a very large pot! It is preferable to move up pot sizes gradually as the plant grows. Half wine barrels are suitable for larger plants.
• Use Scotts Osmocote Citrus & Fruit Premium Potting Mix which features iron and magnesium for lush, deep green leaves all year round and boosted levels of calcium to support nutrient uptake and stronger, healthier plant cells.
• Carefully remove the plant from itsold pot, keeping the root ball intact and place it centre in the new pot. Make sure the plant will be at the same level as it was in the previous pot, with the graft union well clear of the surface to prevent rotting.
• Fill in around the root ball with fresh potting mix. Tap the pot firmly to settle the mix but don’t press it down hard.
• Water well and allow excess to drain away freely.
• Place the pot in a sheltered spot for a few days to allow the plant to overcome any transplant shock, before moving it to a sunny spot.
• Remember to water regularly to keep the mix moist but never wet – a pot can dry out very quickly on a warm, sunny and/or windy day.

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