Growing lemon volcano
Many of us are accustomed to standard houseplants, so the ability to grow citrus at home is not possible. Lemon Volcano, which perfectly adapts to indoor conditions and does not require careful maintenance, deserves special attention.
Growing lemon volcano
Characteristics of the variety
The cultivar was developed by crossing a kumquat and a lemon. In the conditions in the apartment, it blooms well and even bears fruit. In nature, there is a lemon volcano in India, the southern territories of China, in East Asia. The main feature is endurance, in particular too high and low temperatures. Excellent tolerance to dry air.
Description of the tree
According to the description of citrofunella, Vulcan is a dwarf variety that reaches no more than 1.5 m in height. The crown of the tree is made of evergreen leaves. They are narrow, leathery and dense. Contains essential oils. The presence of small thorns located in leaf pauses is noted.
When the variety begins to bloom, small white flowers appear on the crown, collected in inflorescences. They fill the entire room with a pleasant scent.
Description of the fetus
The only thing that distinguishes the variety from its counterparts on the market is its size. The ripe fruit reaches 4 cm in length.
Ripeness is determined by the condition of the skin of the fruit. It should be soft and thin. The lemon fruit is juicy and tastes great.
Growing varieties
Citrofortunella volcano is sold in many specialized stores, but those who do not have this opportunity can plant a tree on their own, having only the seeds of the fruit.
Before starting planting, it is worth carefully preparing the soil and planting material. The seeds should be taken from the largest and most attractive fruit. Remove the seeds and immediately start planting them, as their dried planting material at home will germinate for a long time or will not sprout at all.
Particular attention must be paid to the container in which the landing will be carried out. Initially, this can be a plastic cup, a cropped bottle, or just a special pot for small houseplants.
There must be holes and drainage at the bottom of such a pot. Use nut shells, small pebbles, or the remains of broken pottery as drainage material.
After that, you should take care of the soil. This variety loves fertile soil. In specialized stores, purchase a ready-made soil sample for Citrus plants, but this will cost more than making an analogue yourself. To prepare suitable soil, you will need humus and leafy earth in equal amounts. It also doesn't hurt to add some sand and peat for lightness. Seeds should be planted in finished soil no deeper than 2 cm from the surface.
Care
The plant is thermophilic
It is important that during the germination of grains at home, some microclimatic indicators are observed. The variety is very thermophilic.The air temperature for growing sprouts must be at least 18 °. To create the most comfortable conditions for the germination of seedlings, you should cover them with a cut bottle, so you can achieve a small greenhouse effect.
The optimum temperature for an adult tree is 22-25 ° in the summer. In winter, the temperature should not be lower than 18 °.
Watering the planted seeds is not worth it, as they can quickly become moldy without sprouting. It will not hurt to spray the soil from a spray bottle from time to time. When the first shoots appear, it is worth starting simple watering in small quantities so that the root system does not start to rot. But an adult Citrus loves good humidity, so watering should be done at least 2 times a week. In the summer, the frequency of watering is increased.
The volcano loves good lighting, so it is worth highlighting the most illuminated area for culture. Until the plant has reached a large size, it is installed on the windowsill.
Diseases and pests of the variety
Citrus at home is exposed to many diseases and pests. The reason for this is bactericidal and infectious contamination. Improper care is often the cause of these problems.
- Small white mosquitoes appear in the soil. They appear due to excessive moisture. To eliminate them, use special means: Karbofoks, Aktelik, potassium permanganate solution, a solution of garlic juice with water.
- Small red spiders may appear on the leaves. You can eliminate them by spraying the ground part of the plant with a solution of green tea or a decoction of bay leaves.
As a preventive measure, remove damaged and dried leaves in time, wipe them.
Conclusion
It is possible to grow a Volcano at home, care does not require much effort. This is a great option for gardening beginners and professionals. If you take into account all the necessary requirements, you can enjoy juicy and healthy fruits all year round.