Grow Citrus in Pots Indoors
AS A GARDENER, I’m always tempted to try something new to challenge my skill set. You might say I’m always reaching for the fruit hanging just out of reach. For most parts of the United States, growing lemons, limes, and oranges is very far out of reach. Cold climate, poor soil conditions, lack of sunlight, and limited yard space can keep you from trying to grow citrus. But raising a dwarf citrus tree inside a pot will make the dream of homegrown citrus more attainable.
Adding your own lemons to a beverage or salad is a thrill. It’s very rewarding to see your own citrus in a jar of marmalade or floating in a glass of lemonade. Fresh lime leaves for your Thai stir-fry can be just a few steps away from the kitchen.
Dwarf citrus trees are well adapted to container growing conditions. In some parts of the country, folks can grow potted citrus outdoors most of the year, while others will need to grow them in a sunny window
