Citrus Experience Podcast - Episode 6 - How Your Citrus Tree Takes Care of Itself

Sep 25 2023 32 mins 1

If the quality of citrus fruits depends on the health of the tree, how do you care for the tree? There’s a lot that goes into it, from choosing the right fertiliser to understanding when you’ve under or overwater it.

In this episode, Susan Burns, marketing horticulturist, and Gary Eyles, industry expert and Founder of Citrus Men, talk about the best practices to follow once you’ve got your tree planted at home. Listen to learn how to prolong your citrus tree’s life, and when it might be time to replace it.

What to Listen For:

[02:40] Why tree roots matter

[03:00] How to train and frame your citrus tree

[06:15] Citrus tree potting best practices

[09:12] The value of your soil mix

[10:01] The best pot types for citrus trees

[12:18] Can citrus grow indoors?

[16:24] Understanding citrus fertilising and watering

[19:40] How to revive potted citrus trees

[25:45] Should you still water your citrus tree after it rains?

[27:13] How to feed hungry citrus trees

[29:08] When to move on to another citrus tree