During the winter months, fresh fruit grown indoors is incredibly beneficial to the health of your family while at the same time improving the quality of the air inside. Indoor fruit trees are very easy to grow and maintain. A variety of fruits can be chosen from any local nursery. There are a few simple steps to take to get the process started for growing your indoor trees for the home.
Choosing Your Fruit Trees
The first thing to do is to decide what type of fruit tree you would like to grow. You should choose a fruit that you eat often. Lemon and lime trees require very little light compared to other fruit trees, although be sure to keep in front of a window. Citrus trees are great for beginners, particularly the Meyer lemon. Next, you must choose a large pot for transplanting the tree. A pot with draining holes inside a larger decorative pot is your best option.
Buying Your Fruit Trees
Check out the local plant nursery to find the best indoor trees for the home. When choosing a fruit tree, be sure to check the health and vigor by inspecting for a straight stem and that the soil around the stem is not too high.
Keeping Your Trees Healthy
The right potting soil is vital to the health of your trees. For citrus trees, use a light, airy potting soil and water often. Citrus trees love water so make sure the soil stays moist. Light for citrus trees should come from either a Southern or Western direction. Place the trees directly in front of a window. Keep the trees moist with a humidifier nearby or spray them with a handheld water mister. Citrus trees require fertilizer at least once a month. Use a multipurpose fertilizer high in manganese, iron, and zinc.
If you have any trouble with your fruit trees, Great Northern Regreenery Tree Service offers tree pest control, disease control, fertilization, pruning services, and more. Call us toll-free at 1-877-775-7444. They offer a free assessment and inspection of your trees. If there is ever a problem, Great Northern Regreenery Tree Service will be there to help you and ensure the health of your trees.