A vigorous, thorny lemon that crops heavily in winter with tart, juicy fruit and tolerates heat and cold better than Eureka. Its dense canopy makes it a tougher, more productive choice for open gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4.5 m H × 3.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Lisbon Lemon
Citrus limon 'Lisbon' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rutaceae family. It reaches around 4.5 m tall and 3.5 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Lisbon Lemon
Lisbon Lemon suits subtropical, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Lisbon Lemon does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Lisbon Lemon does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Lisbon Lemon after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. For most gardens, it is moderate maintenance.
Using Lisbon Lemon in the garden
Lisbon Lemon earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Lisbon Lemon sits most comfortably beside plants adapted to regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. A small cluster gives stronger visual impact than isolated plants scattered through the garden.
Buying Lisbon Lemon
Plant Sale lists Lisbon Lemon as potted plants and advanced specimens. Use the quote builder above to ask about current stock, sizes and pricing.
