For most young trees, a 10-gallon pot is an excellent starting size, giving the roots room to establish without being oversized. Choose a pot with good drainage, and avoid going too large too quickly, as excess soil can hold too much moisture around the roots. As your tree grows, you can continue sizing up gradually for long-term health and fruit production.

• Citrus trees perform best in a well-draining potting mix that allows roots to receive both moisture and oxygen. We recommend using a quality citrus or container mix, or creating your own blend using potting soil with added pine bark and perlite for improved drainage.
• Avoid using heavy garden soil or planting mixes that stay overly wet, as citrus trees do not like “wet feet.” A well-draining medium helps promote healthy roots, strong growth, and better fruit production.
• For container-grown trees, make sure your pot has adequate drainage holes and avoid letting water sit at the bottom of the container.

It depends on the age of your tree. Typically, 2-3 years.

Citrus greening, also known as HLB (Huanglongbing), is a serious bacterial disease that affects citrus trees and is spread by the Asian citrus psyllid. We recommend purchasing a Tree Defender for your young trees to help protect them.

We recommend:

• Granular citrus fertilizers for long-term feeding
• Slow-release fertilizers for steady nutrient availability
• Liquid micronutrient supplements if deficiency symptoms appear