Meyer Lemon tree

Meyer Lemon tree Care

Citrus × meyeri

What is the plant

Having a Citrus × meyeri tree is an excellent opportunity to taste lovely fruit without having to leave the comfort of your home! The plant is a hybrid of a lemon and a tangerine. The fruits are valued more than ordinary lemons because they do not have seeds.

This beautiful tree comes from China. In 1908, Frank Meyer brought it to the USA, where the plant gained popularity due to its exceptional fruits. The tree can grow up to 6-10 feet (2-3 meters) tall. White flowers have a delicate violet base and a pleasant aroma.

Meyer lemons differ in shape from those in supermarkets because they are rounder and have an orange tint. Besides their taste, they differ in acidity, which allows people to use them as antiseptic cleaners.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

10°C - 20°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Like many other citrus plants, Meyer lemon likes moist soil. However, you should still be very careful not to overwater it! To check whether it is time to give your tree a sip, stick your finger into the soil by one-third. If you feel moisture with the tip, postpone watering. Please note: You should water lemon trees growing indoors rather frequently. In addition to irrigation, do not forget to clean the leaves by spraying them with water and wiping them with a soft cloth. These trees feel best at 50% humidity.
Pruning
The lemon tree does not require pruning. Therefore, it is a matter of taste. You can try to trim your Meyer to adjust its crown to the shape of your choice.
Fertilizer
The growing season usually lasts from spring to autumn. At this time, you need to feed your plant with a fertilizer with high nitrogen content. A slow-release all-purpose fertilizer will also work. In general, it is enough to fertilize your Citrus three times a year.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
Meyer lemon loves direct sun, so make sure it can enjoy some light for at least 8 hours. Otherwise, it will be necessary to use lamps! You can put your tree next to a south-facing window.
Soil
Meyer lemon is not fussy about the soil. A universal mix will do! However, you should ensure a thick layer of drainage at the bottom. The best acidity range for the soil is 5.5 to 6.5 pH. You can add lime if your universal potting mix is not acidic enough.
Propagation
Take cuttings in early summer when Meyer lemon is actively growing. Cut off the stem and remove all but the top 4 leaves. Dip it into the rooting hormone powder. Immerse the cuttings in the soil mixture and water them abundantly. Next, you need to create a greenhouse by using a plastic bag. Irrigate the soil from time to time until the roots appear.

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Temperature
The best temperature is 77-86°F (25 to 30°C). Keep in mind that the plant does not tolerate frost. If you grow it ourdoors, overwinter it inside!
Container
Lemon trees feel good in containers made of any material. Just make sure there is enough space for your greenie’s branched root system (about 10-15 gallons). Don't forget to check if there are drainage holes for the outflow of excess water.
Fun fact
Despite its excellent fruit, the Meyer lemon tree has long been an ornamental plant in China.