Containers having air pruning holes are have dimensions configured for germination and/or growth of citrus plants, including citrus root- stock, as well as other plants. One such container may have a width of about 2,54 to 3,18 cm and a depth of about 12,7 to 17,8 cm. Another such container may have a width of about 10,2 to 15,2 cm and a depth of about 30,5 to 35,6 cm. Soil blends containing about 30% coconut coir, 30% Cyprus bark sawdust, 40% peatmoss and various additives configured for use in germination and/or growth of citrus and other plants may be used in connection with the containers or independently of the containers.