Sunlight is the #1 factor that determines how well your citrus tree fruits. In this short, learn exactly how many hours of direct sun citrus needs for lush growth, rich color, and heavy harvests. Most gardeners underestimate light requirements, leading to slow growth, pale leaves, and fruit drop.
You’ll discover why 5 hours is the bare minimum and why 8+ hours of strong, direct light is ideal for lemons, limes, mandarins, and oranges. Proper sunlight boosts photosynthesis, increases flowering, improves fruit flavor, and prevents diseases caused by overly cool, damp conditions.
Whether you grow citrus indoors, on a patio, or in a backyard, this simple adjustment can take your yield from minimal to abundant. Rotate containers seasonally, place them near reflective surfaces, or elevate them for better light access—small changes create big results.
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