Gardening

Presentation: Zesty Success: Cultivating Citrus in Containers in San Francisco

Sunday, 4/13/2025
2:00 - 3:30
Mission Bay Program Room
Mission Bay
Address

960 4th Street
San Francisco, CA 94158
United States

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Discover the joy of growing delicious citrus fruits right on your San Francisco balcony or deck! This presentation will focus on cultivating vibrant lemon, lime, kumquat, and select orange trees in containers, suited for our mild climate. We'll discuss selecting the right dwarf varieties, choosing the ideal container and soil mix, and ensuring adequate sunlight and water. I'll share tips on fertilization, proper watering techniques, and pest management to prevent common problems like leaf damage, yellowing and drop. Learn how to successfully grow container citrus in San Francisco and enjoy the fresh, zesty fruits of your labor.


Cultivate your green thumb.


This program is sponsored by Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.


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This program will be conducted in English unless otherwise noted.

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