Citrus limon
Lemon tree
A delicious fruit tree with a large spreading growth habit.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
|---|---|
Botanical Name | Citrus limon |
Common Name | Lemon tree |
Also Known As | Lemon tree |
SA Tree No | |
Tree Type | Evergreen |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Features | |
Flowering Season | Spring |
Focal | No |
Fragrant | No |
Frost Tolerance | Hardy |
Fruiting Season | Winter, Summer |
Growth Rate | Medium >250mm |
Minimal Leaf Shedding | No |
Origin | Exotic |
Soil pH | |
Root System | Not Aggressive |
Soil Type | Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained |
Suitable Garden Size | Small, Medium, Large |
Suitable Planting Area | Full Sun |
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Description
Lemon trees are evergreen flowering plants that bear bright yellow fruit. It is often used as an ornamental plant and also grows well as an indoor or container plant.
Lemon trees can be planted in a wide variety of soil types as long as the soil is drained well. It is easy to grow and suitable for small to large size gardens.
Lemon contains essential oils which are toxic to pets.
- Tolerates temperatures as low as -3°C
- Estimated height: 6m
- Estimated width: 4.5-6m
- Planting distance: 3-8m
- No chilling required
Cultivars: Eureka, Cape Thick Skin.
Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.
Water requirements: Newly planted lemons trees need to be watered daily until established. Mature lemon trees only need to be watered every 7-14 days.
Fun facts: Lemons are used in a wide range of foods and drinks and are filled with vitamin C, B1, B2, B6, folate and pantothenic acid.