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Lemon Tree (Meyer) is the most popular home lemon variety — a natural hybrid between a lemon and a mandarin orange that produces sweeter, thin-skinned fruits with less acidity than commercial lemons. Growing 6–10 feet in zones 8–11 or as a beloved container plant in colder climates, Meyer Lemon produces fragrant white blossoms and glossy deep-green foliage year-round. The fruits ripen from green to deep yellow-orange with an intensely perfumed skin ideal for zest. Meyer Lemon is everbearing — producing flowers and fruit nearly continuously — making it one of the most rewarding citrus trees for home gardeners in any climate with a sunny spot.
Plant Meyer Lemon in a large container (15–25 gallon) in zones below 8, or in the ground in zones 8–11 in a warm, frost-protected spot. Use well-drained, slightly acidic potting mix (pH 5.5–6.5). Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry — citrus hates both drought and waterlogging. Fertilize with a citrus-specific fertilizer every 6 weeks during the growing season. Indoors, provide the brightest window available (south-facing) or supplement with grow lights. Bring containers inside before temperatures drop to 35°F. Prune lightly to shape after harvesting; remove crossing branches and suckers below the graft union. Watch for scale insects and spider mites indoors — treat with neem oil. Fruits may take 6–9 months from flower to ripe.
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