Lemon

Meyer

Botanical Name: Citrus Limon

Fruit Characteristics: Low in acidity and pectin, thin rind with a deep yellow colour, sweeter than most other lemons, really juicy.

Blossoms: White white with a purple bud

Pollination: Self-fertile

Height: Dwarfing rootstock – 2m x 2 m when planted in the ground in appropriate conditions.

Fruiting Season: Apr – Jul (longer in warmer climates)

Preferred Climate: Subtropical

Location: Full sun – minimum 8 hours

Suitable for pots: Yes

Suitable in the ground: Yes

Recommended Planting Season: All year

Notes: If you see ‘Lemon’ listed in the Options section of a citrus product, it is a Meyer Lemon on the tree.

For more information on this citrus variety go to our Fruit in Focus – Meyer Lemon

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Climate Suitability

Good news, there is a Citrus Fruit Salad Tree suitable for most Australian Climates. 

  • Tropical / Temperate climates are suitable for all Citrus trees.
  • Citrus are also suitable for Cold climates (down to -8 degrees).
  • Alpine areas with temperatures below -8 are not recommended for Citrus.

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