Excellent foliage is displayed on this medium to large shrub or small tree. Fragrant flowers produce thin skinned, juicy lemons year round. Protect from frost. Attractive accent. Evergreen.grafted on Carrizo Citrange rootstock.
Container, Espalier, Houseplant, Specimen. Handsome foliage, fragrant flowers and year-round fruit make this an all-round excellent plant for container or tropical bed close to the patio. It can be grown indoors in the sun or taken in during winter in colder climates.
Companion Plants
The bright yellow fruit pairs well with other hot tropicals like Hibiscus, Lantana, Bird of Paradise and New Zealand Flax. Plant in a container alongside blue blooming perennials like Lavender and Ajuga.
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
Plant Attributes: |
Genus: |
Citrus |
Foliage: |
Evergreen |
Exposure/Light: |
Sun |
Bloom Time: |
All Year |
Bloom Color: |
White |
Growth Habit/Shape: |
Round |
Growth Rate: |
Average |
Hardiness: |
09 |