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Having a jabuticab tree in a pot is a simple and practical way to grow a fruit tree. Native to Brazil, the jabuticab tree is an ornamental plant, which guarantees tasty fruit and can be grown in gardens and on apartment balconies:
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See below the practical tips that the landscape designer Aline Almeida, from Essência de Mato, brings to help you grow a jaboticaba tree in a pot.
Lighting
According to Aline, to have a healthy jaboticaba tree, the recommendation is "to keep it in half shade or full sun. For cultivation in apartments, place the plant in places that receive at least the morning sun.
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About watering, the landscape designer says that every jaboticaba tree loves water and "the ideal is to water every day. In soil, a daily dripper is ideal to guarantee good fructification.
Substrate
The professional recommends "mixing one part substrate with one part soil to aerate and nourish the soil. In the case of pots, a larger amount of soil conditioner along with a good drain is ideal.
Vase
In relation to the pot for cultivation, Aline points out that it is important to pay attention to the size of the plant and root ball, because "the pot must be larger than the root ball, that is, a proportion so that the plant has enough soil for its roots to develop there.drain".
Fertilization
Regarding fertilization, Aline explains that "the jabuticabeira in pots, as well as most fruit plants, needs monthly fertilization, because the amount of soil and nutrients in pots are smaller and, to ensure good fruiting and plant health, the ideal is to fertilize once a month. She complements by saying that there are specific fertilizers for jabuticabeira trees that can be found atspecialized houses.
Fruiting
As for the fruiting season, Aline explains that there are hybrid jabuticab trees that bear fruit all year round, but have "a fruit that is not so sweet and not very big. The jabuticab trees, on the other hand, "take about 10 years to start producing and usually bear fruit only once a year, usually in the middle of the year.
Pests and fungi
According to the landscape designer, it is necessary to pay attention to pests and fungi, because attacks of aphids or mealybugs can appear, especially if the cultivation is in apartments, "since there is less ventilation.
Pruning
Aline indicates that it is important to "prune back excess branches" at least once a year, as this "will help ventilation to enter the plant, in addition to lighting."
Seedlings
To make seedlings, the professional teaches that there are two ways: "from seeds or by cutting, made with their branches.
Aline reinforces that the care is the same regardless of the place. The plant needs "lighting, fertilization, a good watering, a lot of care and attention".
How to grow the jaboticaba tree in a pot
In addition to all the tips from the landscaper, you can also check out more information in the videos below, so you can grow your specimen successfully.
How to plant jaboticaba trees in pots
In the video, you will learn how to plant the jabuticabeira correctly in a pot, how to prepare the drainage in the bottom of the pot, how to make a mixture for the substrate and insert the seedling in the soil.
How to make the jaboticaba bear fruit
In this video, you will also learn how to plant the jabuticabeira in a pot, as well as how to prepare a substrate and fertilize it to ensure faster fruit production. Finish it off with expanded clay and abundant watering.
Tips to increase production
Here you will get suggestions for growing jaboticaba trees in apartments, learn how to differentiate the most common species, check out fertilizing options for growing in pots, and receive tips to make your plant even stronger.
How to do pruning cleaning
Pruning is necessary so that your jabuticabeira will grow strong and fruit intensely. Check out the tips in the video and learn how to cut the branches correctly. Even those who don't have much practice with gardening can easily do the pruning!
Make your wish to have a jaboticaba tree in a pot come true and take advantage of all these tips to grow it and consume its fruits whenever you want! And if you like to grow plants that are useful in cooking, learn how to make a vegetable garden at home.
