Just like veggies, fruits also can be grown in containers. Although most fruits can grow in containers, not all of them are ornamental. Therefore, in this article, we will display the best 10 fruits to grow in contains. These fruits are not only delicious and healthy, but they are also good-looking and you will enjoy looking at them before you enjoy their yield.
1.Lemon
When growing lemon trees in containers, the needs are very similar to lemon trees growing in the ground. The lemon trees will need good drainage, so make sure the pot has drainage holes.
2. Blueberries
Blueberries can grow in containers as long as you plant them in well-drained soil with a low acidity level. Therefore, you shouldn’t use your garden’s soil but rather buy a good-quality potting mix from your local nursery store. You should also plant this fruit tree in a large pot.
3. Raspberries
Although they are among the best fruits to grow in containers, it is a bit tricky and complicated to grow Raspberries. Not all varieties are fruit-bearing not to mention that not all of them can grow in containers. If you want to grow this plant successfully, we recommend the below varieties:
- Heritage
- Raspberry Shortcake
- Fall Gold
4. Pineapple
Pineapples are the ideal fruits to grow in containers. Due to their small size that does not exceed 3-6 feet tall, you can grow them anywhere. Growing them in containers is recommended because unlike most fruit-bearing plants, Pineapples have shallow roots.
5. Watermelon
Even if you are a beginner gardener, you will manage to grow watermelon in containers successfully. This popular fruit is easy to grow and it does not require a lot of care. Just plant it in well-drained rich soil and provide it with the support it needs.
6. Apple
Most apple varieties are available grown on a nice selection of dwarfing rootstocks that allow you to choose almost any size tree. One of many good rootstocks for containers is EMLA 27, which usually gives you a 5- to the 7-foot-high tree.
7. Pomegranate
Pomegranate trees are grown not only for their juicy, tempting fruit, but also make attractive ornamental specimens with orange-red blossoms prior to fruiting, set off upon glossy, deciduous green leaves. Trees usually have thorns, and are grown as a bushy shrub. That being said, pomegranates can be trained as a small tree ideal when growing a pomegranate in a pot.
8. Fig
Figs crave sun, so choose a site with as much exposure as possible, preferably next to a south-facing wall. The soil pH should be between 6.0 to 6.5. Plant new fig trees in the spring after all danger of frost for your area has passed.
9. Fruits To Grow In Containers: Nectarines and Peaches
Nectarines and Peaches are two of the most popular fruits to grow in containers. They are available in normal and dwarf varieties. If you are growing them in containers, you should definitely choose one of the dwarf varieties. The dwarf varieties grow up to 6-8 feet tall and they are self-fertile.
10. Guava
All of these can be grown in the ground or in containers. Growing guavas in containers has the added benefit of being able to move them to a sheltered area. While pineapple guavas are the most frost tolerant, they are still a semi-tropical plant that needs protection from heavy frost.