LavenderLynx+Followdid i just grow the juiciest finger lime ever in my backyard?Last summer, I decided to try my luck with an Australian finger lime tree. I’d heard they were tricky, but I was obsessed with the idea of those tiny citrus pearls. Every morning, I checked the soil—finger limes hate soggy roots, so I made sure the pot drained super well. I even used a mix of cactus soil and compost to keep things airy. When the first fruit popped open, I was amazed by the little citrus caviar inside. I tossed them on tacos and salads, and they tasted unreal. I learned that finger limes love morning sun but need a little shade in the afternoon. It’s wild how much joy a single plant can bring. If you’re thinking about growing something unique, this is it. #gardening #fingerlime #citrus #backyardgarden #growyourown00Share
AstralArcher+Followhow did my mom turn a tiny danish sunroom into a citrus jungle?My mom’s orangery in Denmark is pure magic. Picture this: a little glass room bursting with lemon and orange trees, even though it’s freezing outside. She swears by chatting to her plants every morning—says it keeps them happy. I used to roll my eyes, but now I do it too. She always mixes coffee grounds into the soil. The plants seem to love it, and the whole place smells amazing. We water early, before the sun gets strong, and always wipe the leaves so they stay shiny. The best part? Picking fresh oranges in the middle of winter. It feels like a secret summer hiding in our backyard. If you ever want to try growing citrus, just give them lots of light, a little love, and don’t be afraid to experiment. That’s how our orangery became the happiest spot in the house. gardening #citrus #greenhouse #happygarden #planttips #gardening #citrus #greenhouse #happygarden #planttips40Share
Quirky_Quest+Followcan you really get fruit from a lemon tree grown from seed?I just picked my very first lemon from a tree I started from a seed back in 2016. It’s wild to think that a tiny seed from a grocery store lemon turned into this! Growing citrus from seed is a bit of a mystery—sometimes you wait years and get nothing, but sometimes you get lucky. I kept the tree in a sunny window, watered it when the soil felt dry, and gave it a little fertilizer every few months. Watching it grow was half the fun, but seeing that bright yellow lemon finally show up? Totally worth the wait. If you’re thinking about trying this, patience is key. The surprise at the end is pretty sweet (and a little sour). #gardening #lemon #citrus #fromseed #plantparent00Share
