3/15/2024 0 Comments Meyer lemon tree![]() ![]() ![]() Original Meyer lemon trees were symptomless carriers of a virus (tristeza) that killed other citrus family trees. Large rounded yellow fruit (to 3” diameter) with smooth, thin skin lacks the rough texture and pronounced nipple of the true lemon. Waxy, fragrant, white flowers appear year around in warm climates. It is less acidic, juicier and sweeter than common lemons. It is believed to be a hybrid cross of C. by Frank Meyer who reportedly found the plant in 1908 near Peking, China. New plants may be easily grown from cuttings.Ĭitrus × meyeri, commonly called Meyer’s lemon, is native to China. Hand pollination may be needed for indoor plants due to the lack of insects. Mist plants with water almost daily in winter. Bring pot indoors in fall for overwintering in a bright sunny southern window. Set container outdoors in late spring in full sun in a location protected from wind. Elsewhere it may be grown in containers as a houseplant. This plant thrives in climates where daily temperatures range from low 70s F. It will tolerate brief temperatures around 32☏., but generally does not tolerate frost. When grown outside, this tree will bear fruit year around in warm temperatures, however it may slip into dormancy if winter temperatures dip significantly below 55☏. It has the best winter hardiness of any of the lemon-type fruits. Winter hardy to USDA Zones 9-11 where this small citrus tree will grow well in sandy, neutral, well-drained soils in full sun to light shade. ![]()
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