Variegated Eureka Lemon

Variegated Eureka Lemon Care

Variegated Pink Lemon

What is the plant

The variegated pink lemon first appeared as a sport branch on a 'Eureka' lemon tree in 1931 in Burbank, California, according to the University of California. Cultivated for its variegated green and white foliage and pale pink-fleshed fruits, it has also been sold under the name 'Pink Lemonade.' The fruits are green and white striped, but the color fades as the fruit ripens and turns yellow with pink oil glands. Like the parent tree, the variegated pink lemon taste is acidic. You can plant variegated pink lemon seeds and in four or five years, your little tree may begin to produce fruits.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min 5°C

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
During the first growing season, water the tree about once every three days so it can establish a deep root system. Trickle water from a garden hose onto the soil around the tree so the moisture is slowly absorbed and can reach the roots. If desired, make a watering ring from soil that's 2 feet across and about 5 inches high. This keeps the water from draining away. Once established, reduce the watering frequency to once every 10 days.
Pruning
You should prune the pink Eureka every year. In the first years, prune to retain five to six stout bearing limbs. Remove smaller growth on the interior to promote air flow. Remove dead and diseased plant material immediately.
Fertilizer
The University of Wisconsin-Madison Extension recommends feeding indoor trees with an slow-release, all-purpose 2-1-1 fertilizer before new spring growth. Alternately, you can use a diluted fertilizer solution monthly from spring through fall. Always water after fertilizing to protect the tree's roots.

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Sunlight
To thrive, variegated pink lemon trees need a full sun area in the garden -- the trees need four to eight hours of sunlight per day. To avoid damage to the tree and its branches, find an area near a wall or fence that offers protection from strong winds.
Soil
Before planting variegated pink lemon trees, perform a soil test to determine the pH. A soil pH between 6.0 and 8.0 is ideal for citrus trees. Make amendments based on the test results -- incorporate lime into the top 7 inches of soil to increase the pH level, or add sulfur to lower it. For container-grown plants, use a fast-draining potting mix formulated for citrus as the growing medium.
Temperature
Variegated pink lemon trees are not frost-tolerant.