A naturally compact lemon-mandarin hybrid with sweeter, thin-skinned, deep-yellow fruit and a heavy, near-continuous crop. The hardiest and most container-friendly lemon, ideal for pots and small gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 2.5 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Meyer Lemon
Citrus x meyeri 'Meyer' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rutaceae family. It reaches around 2.5 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage. White flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Meyer Lemon
Meyer Lemon suits subtropical, warm-temperate, cool-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
Meyer Lemon does best in free-draining soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Meyer Lemon is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Meyer Lemon after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Meyer Lemon in the garden
Meyer Lemon earns its place for edible harvests, pots and courtyard containers and a feature or specimen planting. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Meyer Lemon with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and subtropical climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Buying Meyer Lemon
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