Lemon is one of the most used citrus fruits in the kitchen and outside of it .

In fact, many recipes are prepared with lemon, but it is also an excellent natural substitute for detergents.

In short, if you have a garden or a lot of space on the balcony, growing a lemon tree would be great.

It is not difficult to do it, the important thing is to follow the appropriate advice .

1. Buy a lemon in a nursery or grow it from lemon seeds.
2. Choose the right vase, it should have a diameter of at least 35 cm.
3. Potting Soil – Make sure there is the right mix of compost and coco coir.
4. The lemon plant requires sunlight for at least 6 hours a day.
5. The amount of water needed depends on the local climate. In any case, do the finger test to check the soil moisture.
6. Fertilizer: it is essential for the growth of flowers and fruits. Use the manure once a month and then add a teaspoon of Epson salt when you water the plant. You can also make a fertilizer with banana peel and water.
7. Use natural pesticides like neem oil.
8. Always keep the soil pH under control (6-6.5).
9. Pollination: a really important step that promotes the growth of flowers and fruits.
10. Pruning: You can proceed with this procedure every change of season.