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Mandarin is a delicious fruit that is often eaten in winter, especially around Christmas.

Its Latin name is Citrus reticulata. The seedless version is called clementine.

Mandarin offers a great dose of vitamins and plenty of health benefits.

In addition to its unique taste, mandarin is packed with vitamins C, A, B 12 and potassium.

It also helps our body to better absorb and fix iron. It is a valuable ally in the fight against diseases in winter, because it strengthens our immune system.

In addition to being moisturizing, tangerine also makes skin and hair appear healthy, youthful, and healthy.

The great thing is that you can plant and grow your own tangerines at home pesticide free.

And don't worry, it's simple. Look :

How to do

1. Select undamaged seeds from a tangerine and wash them.

2. Place the seeds on damp cotton in a glass to germinate.

2. Take a flowerpot with drainage holes at the bottom.

3. Place a few stones at the bottom and add sand on top of it so that there is better airflow.

4. Fill the pot with soil rich in humus. We recommend using a mixture of perlite, peat moss and fertilizer.

4. Water the soil until it no longer absorbs water and let it sit to regulate moisture. Note that it should not be soaked with water.

5. Then plant a few germinated seeds delicately in the ground without forcing and cover them with a little potting soil.

6. Put clear plastic wrap over the pot (or put the pot in a bag) to keep in heat and maintain humidity. This will speed up the germination process.

7. Place the flowerpot in a warm area as it needs a higher temperature during germination. However, do not place it in direct sunlight.

8. Water frequently and make sure the soil is neither soggy nor totally dry. The first shoots should appear within 20 days.

9. When you see the first shoots, remove the clear film from the pot and place it in a bright place, but not in direct sunlight. The temperature should be around 20 ° C.

10. Add fertilizer to the plant about three times a month during the spring and harvest months. It is advisable to use a fertilizer in liquid form, rich in iron, zinc and magnesium.

Results

And There you go ! Never need to buy tangerines again, you have grown a free stock :-)

Not that hard to grow at home, is it?

In addition, this technique works with all citrus fruits, including orange, lemon and grapefruit trees.

Be aware that if you buy organic mandarins, you may even find seeds already ready to sprout.

Additional advice

- Above you can see my mandarin trees which produce even in the Alps!

- When the mandarin tree becomes significantly larger and begins to produce beautiful leaves, repot it in a slightly larger pot.

- Apply this method every spring whenever the tree grows. Always pay attention to the moisture content of the soil.

- If you live in a hot region, you can also plant it in the ground.

- Regularly remove damaged or dry branches. Prune the branches around the main stem to form the trunk in the early years.

- After 4 to 6 years, you will harvest your first mandarins. Ripe fruit should be picked with care without being pulled up. If the tree is happy, you will see that it will become very productive quickly.

Your turn...

Have you tried this trick for growing tangerines in pots? Tell us in the comments if your citrus fruit gives you satisfaction. We can't wait to hear from you!

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