Top ten potable trees in India

• Papaya - The tree that keeps on giving, unless you forget to water it, then it’s just a stick in a pot. Papaya trees are compact and can thrive in pots. They require well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight.
• Guava - Perfect for pots, and if you play Bollywood music to it, you might just get sweeter fruit!. Guava trees are another excellent choice for pots and provide delicious fruits. They prefer sandy loam soil with a pH of 6 to 7.5
• Lemon - Squeeze the day with your own potted lemon tree. Just watch out for the thorns; they’re nature’s way of saying “keep your hands off my lemons!”. Dwarf lemon trees can be grown in large containers and will provide refreshing fruit throughout the year.
• Mango - They say money doesn’t grow on trees, but mangoes do, and have you seen the price of mangoes lately? While mango trees are generally large, there are dwarf varieties that can be grown in big containers on terraces.
• Drumstick (Moringa) - Grow your own drumsticks, and no, we’re not starting a band. The dwarf variety of drumstick trees can be grown in pots and is known for its nutritious leaves and drumsticks.
• Chikoo (Sapodilla) - It’s like growing your own dessert in a pot, but with zero calories while on the tree. A tropical evergreen tree that can be grown in a pot if pruned regularly to maintain a manageable size.
• Banana - Go bananas with your own mini banana plant. Just don’t slip on the peels. Dwarf banana plants can be potted and will produce fruit if given enough light and warmth.
• Curry Leaf - For when you want to spice up your life, or at least your dinner. A staple in Indian cooking, curry leaf trees are small and can easily be grown in pots.
• Pomegranate - They say patience is a virtue, especially when waiting for these to grow… and then trying to eat them. Dwarf pomegranate trees are suitable for pots and can produce fruit with proper care.
• Hibiscus - Not a tree, but it thinks it is. Plus, it gives you flowers bigger than your tea cups. While not a tree, hibiscus plants can grow to a substantial size and are often treated like small trees in pots. They produce large, colorful flowers.

These trees and plants are well-suited for the Indian climate and can be grown in pots with the right care and maintenance. Make sure to choose a pot that can accommodate the size of the tree at maturity and has good drainage. Regular watering, fertilization, and pruning will help these potted trees flourish. Enjoy your gardening! 

Remember, talking to your plants is normal, but if they start talking back, you might have over-fertilized. Happy gardening!