I love the smell of lemons! They make the air smell fresher and cleaner. Plus, lemon trees actually flourish indoors and are fairly easy to grow. Whether you want your own supply of fresh lemonade, you like the smell, or you just want more green in your home, check out these tips by Jamie Butler at JamieButler.com on how to grow your own lemon tree from seeds:
-The outer shell protects the seed, and will keep it from germinating if not removed. Gently peel it off, along with the brown skin covering, with a paring knife.
-Place your baby seeds on top of a damp paper towel and tuck into a clear sandwich bag, and put it in a bright place for a few hours a day to kickstart germination.
-You can plant when the tails are about 1/2 inch long, just enough to root in soil. Place the seed tail down in damp soil and cover over with a shallow bit of soil. If your seed is planted too deep, the growing sprout may never reach sunlight and will die or become stunted. Keep in a warm, sunny window or in a bright place.