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We generally have good root formation in around 30 to 45 days for lemon trees and other limau-type trees.   Saw off, and dap some iodine on the cut Wrap vermicast around the root ball Plant in a polybag with a light, friable and loose soil mix.  We like to add some sand and vermicast to our farm soil.  Loose, light soil will encourage the roots to grow deeper. Cover the plant with a plastic bag to prevent drying out.  Remove when new leaves and branch shoots  are noticeable.  Once the new leaves and shoots are established, plant to soil....

Marcotting or air layering is used in our farm to propagate fruit trees such as limau nipis, limau purut and lemon.  We also use it to increase the numbers of any endangered tree we come across. Matured lemon tree from marcotting  We have high success rates with the following method: Have a clean cut on the chosen branch from the side of the tree facing the morning sun...