Citrus limon 'Meyer'
Meyer Lemon
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Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Description
The Meyer Lemon is a very popular variety of lemon. It is more compact than the larger C. limon tree, which makes it suitable as a container plant (especially if properly pruned). When fully ripened, the lemon can take on a orange hue. This fruit is a favorite of chefs as it is available year round and is slightly sweeter than other varieties of lemon. Additionally, this tree does not have a heat requirement to properly ripen the fruit.
Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Blooming
Produces fragrant white flowers followed by ovoid, yellow or orange fruit. Fruits may take around 1 year to mature. Blooms in spring for winter fruits.
Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Growth
Evergreen trees and shrubs. There are many different varieties of citrus, such as, grapefruits, lemons, limes, limequats, mandarin oranges (tangerines), oranges, etc.; however, they all need heat and need to be hardy plants in order to prosper. Citrus can be grown in places where the temperature does not fall below 20°F. Otherwise, grow Citrus in a cool greenhouse with a minimum temperature of 35°F (2°C). During the day, set temperatures between 41-50°F (5-10°C), and at night, keep the temperature at 36°F (2°C).
Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Planting
Sow seeds in spring. Can also propagate by rooting semi-ripe cuttings in summer. Semi-ripe cuttings are cuttings taken from semi-mature wood.
Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Pest
Citrus is susceptible to aphids, mites, scale insects, and mealybugs.
Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Interesting facts
Legend has it that ancient Grecians assumed certain foods had special qualities. One such legend suggests that oranges and other Citrus warmed the body, and therefore should be eaten in the morning to get the body moving. It is because of this belief that orange juice, grapefruits and other Citrus are such popular breakfast foods/drinks.
Meyer Lemon (Citrus limon 'Meyer') - Soil and irrigation
Citrus trees require moist soil, but the soil needs to have fast drainage. Newly planted trees should be watered twice a week while established trees should be watered every other week.Often times Citrus fruits will start dropping as a result of high heat and low humidity. This is sometimes unavoidable, but is exacerbated by very dry soil. If you have extensive fruit drop (especially in summer), be sure that the soil is moist.
