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Seed Starting with the "Baggie Method."

Step 4They're Growing

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After a few days days I checked on my seeds and found that some had started to germinate. Once they get big enough I pot them up into little pots and let them continue to grow until they're big enough to re-pot again. Citrus like a lot of light if they're going to be grown indoors and whenever possible should be allowed to spend Spring and Summer outside.

At this point I should tell you that it will be a number of years before your citrus tree gets big enough for it to flower and fruit. But if you're a patient person or just growing for the fun of it that shouldn't be a problem for you. You can use this method to start a whole collection of citrus trees from seed to grow in your home or yard. Next time you're in the grocery store look for Key Limes, Calamondin Oranges, Kumquats, Mandarins and give them a try. If your store doesn't have a large variety of citrus available check out some of the ethnic grocery stores in your areas and discover a whole new world of fruits and veggies.

If you're not interested in growing citrus from seeds then you can use this method to start any kind of seeds that you are interested in. But I'd suggest sticking with larger seeds because they'll be easier to pick out and transplant into pots when they've sprouted. If you find that your bag retains a lot of moisture while you're waiting for your seeds to sprout open it for a few hours a day and let a little of the excess moisture evaporate.

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7 comments
May 7, 2011. 12:18 AMvikingu says:
thanks man
Feb 11, 2010. 7:19 PMpopa27272 says:
would this work with apple seeds? just wondering because new england isn't the best place for citrus friut.
Jan 19, 2010. 7:34 PMbufordsboy says:
just put my lemon seeds in
Aug 27, 2009. 9:15 PMange247 says:
Wow, can't get any easier than that!! Thanks!!
Mar 20, 2009. 2:28 AMcaptaincoolness55 says:
awesome man! :D
May 23, 2008. 2:02 AMtea_lover says:
I have my mandarin seeds soaking now. I can't wait!! Thank you
Apr 13, 2007. 3:38 PMdelirium says:
I love it!! Great .

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Guy from Chicago interested in a wide range of things. Right now I'm really into Cacti And Succulents and plant propagation from seed and crossings. Check out my blog about gardening if you're bored.