Citrus Species,Common Lemon
Citruslimon

Synonym:Citrus × limon

Synonym:Citrus × limonelloides

Synonym:Citrus × limonia

Synonym:Citrus × limonum

Synonym:Citrus × meyeri

Category
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Trees

Water Requirements

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
Evergreen

Foliage Color

Height
10-12 ft. (3-3.6 m)

Spacing
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)

Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)

Where to Grow

Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling

Bloom Color
Pale Pink
White/Near White

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse

Seed Collecting
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Seed does not store well; sow as soon as possible