Improved Meyer lemon
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Improved Meyer lemon is self-fertile, but the fruit crop will be larger if the tree is planted with a second tree.
Citrus limon 'Meyer'
Meyer Lemon is thought to be a cross between a lemon and some unknown orange variety. The number 1 citrus sold worldwide, the Meyer lemon has become a home garden favorite. Most often grown as a bush the glossy dark green foliage and fragrant flowers produce a thin skinned, juicy lemons year round. Meyer lemons are small, rounder and begin yellow and then as they reach full ripeness become slightly orange. Meyer lemons are prized for their juice, which is sweeter and somewhat floral and less acidic than other lemons. At peak ripeness the Meyer Lemon can be squeezed directly over a glass of ice for instant lemonade. . The versatility of this gourmet lemons leaves no wonder it is the most planted citrus in the world The purple-tinted flowers are very fragrant and the trees natural dwarfing make it and easy plant to place in the landscape. If you don't have the room, no problem the Meyer Lemon makes a wonderful container tree. This makes it a number 1 choice for the indoor/outdoor growers. in zones below USDA 9 find a sunny window preferability south to west facing and bring it in during the winter months. Then in the spring move it out to the patio.
15' height with 6' spread. Can be kept smaller with pruning.
15' height with 6' spread. Can be kept smaller with pruning.
Can be planted as close as 5 feet on center for a hedge
Lemon trees do well in a rich soil mixture of native soil and grow mulch. Lemons must have well-draining soil and will not tolerate standing in water. Mulching helps retain moisture and helps to stabilize the soil temperature. Requires full sun, 8 - 12 hours a day and consistent moisture. Meyer Lemon rees tend to be small and bushy, and will reach 15' outdoors but can easily be kept 7' - 10' with regular pruning. Makes an excellent container plant.
