Citrus Growing for Beginners: How to Grow Sweet, Juicy Citrus in Pots or Backyard Orchards: A Practical Guide to Varieties, Care, Pruning, Pest

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by Farmer's Library

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Citrus Growing for Beginners is the essential handbook for anyone who wants to grow lemons, limes, oranges, mandarins or grapefruits—whether in backyard soil, raised beds or containers. Designed for new growers and small producers, it covers every stage from selecting varieties to harvesting sweet, flavourful fruit. Inside you’ll learn how to choose cold-tolerant or heat-tolerant citrus, understand rootstocks, start with clean certified trees, and create perfect conditions for strong growth. The book explains container culture in detail, including pot sizes, drainage, potting mixes and repotting schedules. You’ll also find clear guidance on fertilising, moisture management, soil pH, preventing root rot, and using microclimates such as warm walls and sheltered spots. Chapters on pests, diseases and nutrition help you diagnose problems early, while pruning and training techniques improve airflow, fruit quality and yield. Whether you live in a cool climate with winter frost or a hot region with humidity challenges, this guide provides adaptable strategies for year-round citrus success. Ideal for home gardeners, small homesteads, and first-time orchard growers, Citrus Growing for Beginners gives you the confidence and practical skills to produce abundant citrus in any climate.

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