The  lemon tree, or  a  lemon tree,  is perfect for decorating our gardens, but also terraces and balconies. The lemon tree is very easy to grow, even for those who do not have a green thumb.

Here are some tips on how to cultivate and  grow lemon tree quickly with little effort.

The first step in lemon tree care

First of all, if you have already purchased the plant, it is important to plant the  tree  , that is, in the place where it will remain and grow in the future.

The lemon tree can be grown both   in pots   and   in the ground  . It would be good to transplant or plant it in the ground in early spring, because this will give the plant a chance to put down new roots in the warmer months. With a strong root system, the lemon tree will grow  stronger  and  faster  .

remove weeds

It doesn’t matter if the lemon tree is in a pot or in the ground, the important thing is  to remove the weeds  as soon as they grow around. In fact, the grass will feed on the essential nutrients for the growth of our tree.

You can plant it in moderation.

Even the  lemon tree,  like any other species,   needs to be pruned from time to time  to keep it symmetrical and healthy.

However,  healthy,  green  leaves  should not  be   over-   pruned .  The tree should not be pruned in late summer or early autumn  : otherwise the new leaves will risk not surviving the drop in temperatures and this can slow down the overall growth of the plant.

Fertilize the lemon tree

Of course, fertilizer for the  lemon tree cannot be missing  . Fertilization is very important for the tree, it should be done when temperatures are high enough,  in the spring and summer months.  And it is advisable to suspend it in the fall and winter months. To fertilize the tree we choose a  specific fertilizer for citrus fruits   based on   nitrogen  ,   calcium  ,   iron   and   phosphorus  . An alternative is  ground lupins, because they also  contain a lot of  nitrogen  , which helps speed up plant growth.

Sun exposure and watering of the lemon tree

Even the  lemon tree  needs some exposure to sunlight and a certain amount of water to be watered. The lemon tree should have a  fairly sunny location.    The more it grows, the more resistant it will be even  to direct sunlight,   a true panacea to stimulate its growth.

As for  irrigation  , the soil must be constantly moistened by wetting it  daily  when it is very hot:  from 25 ºC  , and   every 3-4 days   when temperatures are  between 18 and 24 ºC.

You will see that by respecting these simple rules, your lemon tree will quickly grow healthy and lush.