Did you know that you can grow fruit trees in containers/ garden pots. If you have been dreaming on having fresh home grown fruits this list will help you with that.
Sections
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Resources
Containers / Garden Pots
Fertilizers
Essentials
Resources
Videos, Books & Blog post full of information.
She is the one that started my obsession with fruit trees in containers.
How I Fertilize Fruit Trees in Pots for My HOA Garden
In my opinion he is one of the best to get information from.
How to Grow Raspberries, Blueberries, and Blackberries in Containers
This is the video started my dragon fruit journey.
Secret Dragon Fruit Care Tips From a Master Dragon Fruit Grower
This is a great resource to have on hand or in my case in my garden journal to id citrus desease.
A Guide to Citrus Disease Identification
In the beginning I really didn't know what fruits grew best where I live and every YouTube video talk about zones. So, to save you the confusion of Zones here is the official resource.
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
Containers / Garden Pots
Let's start with the basics. We want to grow fruit trees and with the tree part in mind we need to choose a big container to grow it.
Just add a few holes around and you are good to go.
HDX 21 Gal. Utility Tub Storage Tote with Rope Handles 2023-0560
Ready to plant
5 Pack 25 Gallon Black Nursery Pots
Fertilizers
This part is crucial to have healthy trees and a great harvest.
Hands down the best fertilizer overall
Espoma Garden Tone 8 lb. Organic Herb and Vegetable Plant Food 3-4-4 100047170
Best for all citrus (lemons, oranges, limes, etc.) and Avocados
Espoma Citrus Tone 8 lb. Organic Citrus and Avocado Plant Food 5-2-6 100047221
Fun fact: Berries love acid soil.
Espoma 6 lb. Organic Hydrangea and Blueberry Soil Acidifier with Sulfur and Gypsum 100508616
Essentials
Accesories and other stuff.
When planting in pots use mulch. The soil in your pots dry fast so a great organic mulch will help with water retention.
Back to the Roots 1 cu. ft. Organic Bark Bagged Mulch 47083-DS
My trees have been happier now that they have an irrigation system.
Orbit In-Ground 1/2-Inch Sprinkler System with Hose Faucet Timer 50020
Straw is another great option to use as mulch. As long as it is all natural!
