How To Propagate Lemon Trees

How to propagate lemon trees
In India citrus trees are propagated both by seeds and vegetative means. Seed propagation is still practiced in the case of acid limes and to produce rootstocks for budding purposes. Shield or T budding is the most commonly used method of vegetative propagation.
Can I grow a lemon tree from a leaf?
Take Leaves from a Healthy Lemon Plant Take 8-10 lush green leaves with petiole from a healthy lemon plant. Wash them well, and wipe any accumulated dust to bar any risks of fungal infestation. The idea behind taking multiple leaves is to increase the chances of propagation. If one leaf fails to root, the others will.
How long do lemon tree cuttings take to fruit?
Lemon trees grow well from cuttings but you will have the same ten to fifteen year wait form then to fruit. That being said, assuming your cuttings will be from the same mother plan, at least they should bear fruit in the same year.








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