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Citrus Fruits: How to Grow Kumquats
08.08.2023 12:59
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:24
Like other citrus fruits, the kumquat can be grown from the seed. In the article, we will talk about growing and care.
How fast does a kumquat grow
Kumquat grows all year round, does not go to rest, does not shed foliage. Blooms in spring for almost two months. After that, fruits appear that also ripen within two months. They can reach 5 cm in a mature tree.
The growth period of kumquat lasts 1-2 months, starting in April.
A young plant gives two growths per year, which distinguishes the kumquat from other representatives of citrus fruits. The tree blooms in the middle of summer for a week.
How to keep kumquat at home
The temperature in the room where the kumquat is grown should be warm. Also, high humidity is equally important, you need to maintain it at the right level. To do this, you can use humidifiers or water containers placed around the room.
Periodically, you need to spray the plant from a spray bottle.
The plant requires moderate watering with water at room temperature. In the summer, kumquats need to be watered quite often, at least 3 times a week. In winter, the number of waterings is reduced. In the spring, when the plant begins active growth, it needs fertilizer.
Is it possible to eat indoor kumquat
The fruits of Kumquat Margarita can be consumed both raw and added to salads, bake meat and fish with it. Very often found in stores in the form of candied fruit. You can also make jam from the fruit or just sugar.
