|
Tue, Oct 2, 12 at 14:04
| I didn't know that there's a citrus forum and posted this to fruit and orchards forum, but I'll re-post here as well.
I have a narrow strip yard (about 1.5 ft wide) next to 8-foot fence. And I am wondering if I can plant some dwarf citrus trees like dwarf oranges and kumquats. The fence is south-east facing and will get full sun. Will it be okay to plant them there if I maintain the trees to smaller sizes by trimming? I've seen some citrus trees that were planted right next to fences and they seem growing fine. And dwarf citrus trees I checked will grow to 6-8 feet high, so they seem manageable. Thanks in advance. |
Follow-Up Postings:
|
- Posted by hoosierquilt z10a/23 Vista Calif (My Page) on Tue, Oct 2, 12 at 15:18
| I don't see why not, dagger. I would definitely select true dwarfing rootstocks (like Flying Dragon or the Shaddock rootstocks used by Four Winds) to make sure they do stay small. Most of what you find at your local nurseries are not on full dwarfing rootstocks, but on semi-dwarfing rootstocks. So, ordering from Four Winds would assure you of getting trees on something truly dwarfing. Patty S. |
Please Note: Only registered members are able to post messages to this forum. If you are a member, please log in. If you aren't yet a member, join now!
Return to the Citrus Forum
Instructions
- You must be a registered member and logged in to post messages on our forums.
- Posting is a two-step process. Once you have composed your message, you will be taken to the preview page. You will then have a chance to review the contents and make changes.
- After posting your message, you may need to refresh the forum page in order to see it.
- It is illegal to post copyrighted material without the owner's consent.
- HTML codes are allowed in the message field only.
- No advertising is allowed in any of the forums.
- If you would like to practice posting or uploading photos, please visit our Test forum.
- If you need assistance, please Contact Us and we will be happy to help.