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Home Sweet Home: Growing Fruit Trees for House and Patio, Part I

There are many native and exotic plants from which to choose: peaches, pears, apples, cherries and blueberries can all easily be grown in containers. Thanks to their reduced side, dwarf-sized trees of a tropical origin (such as dwarf lemon, dwarf banana or dwarf orange) make great [...]

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Home Sweet Home: Growing Fruit Trees for House and Patio, Part II

Whether moved outdoors in the summer or kept as indoor plants year-round, containerized trees require bright, indirect sunlight and regular watering. Citrus trees prefer 8-12 hours of sunlight in a day. Full-spectrum fluorescent grow lights are an easy way to supplement during fall and winter. Adequate light is especially important for springtime flower production. Mediterranean and tropical trees require temperatures of 55-88°F; indoor temperatures averaging 65°F are ideal. Choose a bright room with no drafts – your kitchen may be a great [...]

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