Meyer Lemon Tree

Meyer Lemon Tree is a compact, fragrant citrus tree that brings year round beauty and sweet, flavorful fruit to Florida Landscapes

Only Available in the State of Florida

Meyer Lemon

The Meyer Lemon Tree is a beloved citrus variety for home growers, prized for its abundant blossoms, rich evergreen foliage, and uniquely sweet lemons that taste like a blend of traditional lemon and mandarin. Compact in size and exceptionally fruitful, this tree is a top choice for Florida gardeners who want reliable harvests, fragrant blooms, and a tropical look that fits beautifully in the landscape or in containers on patios and porches. Because it thrives in warm climates and performs best in USDA Zones 9 through 11, it is available for sale in Florida only.

History of the Meyer Lemon

The Meyer lemon, known botanically as Citrus × meyeri, is believed to be a natural hybrid between a citron and a mandarin or pomelo. First introduced to the United States from China in the early 1900s, it quickly became a favorite among gardeners and chefs for its low acidity, thin rind, and exceptional flavor. Its popularity surged again in the early 2000s after culinary enthusiasts highlighted its versatility in baking, cooking, beverages, and preserves. Today it remains one of the most widely grown citrus trees for home landscapes thanks to its beauty, and generous fruit production.

Meyer Lemon Tree Care

The Meyer Lemon Tree grows best in full sun and thrives in Florida’s warm climate. It prefers slightly acidic, well drained soil. Water regularly during the establishing phase, keeping the soil evenly moist but never saturated. Once mature, allow the top inch of soil to dry before watering again. Fertilize with a citrus specific fertilizer during the spring and summer growing seasons to support blossoms and fruit set. In Florida, Meyer lemons can be grown in the ground or in containers. Container grown trees are ideal for patios and should be brought into a protected area during unusually cold weather. Light pruning in early spring helps shape the canopy and remove weak or crossing branches. Be sure to monitor for common citrus pests such as aphids or mites and treat promptly with neem oil or insecticidal soap if needed.

Meyer Lemon Tree Features

The Meyer Lemon Tree has glossy, deep green leaves and highly fragrant white flowers with a soft purple tint on the undersides. In Florida’s climate it may bloom more than once per year, often resulting in multiple crops of fruit. The lemons are rounder than typical supermarket lemons, with a smooth rind that ripens from golden yellow to orange yellow. Their flavor is notably sweeter and more aromatic than common lemons. Mature trees typically reach 6 to 10 feet tall and 4 to 8 feet wide when grown in the landscape, but remain smaller in containers, often around 3 to 5 feet tall. This makes the Meyer Lemon an excellent choice for patios, entryways, poolside plantings, and tropical themed gardens. Its year round greenery and fragrant blooms make it just as ornamental as it is productive.

Meyer Lemon Tree vs Regular Lemon

Meyer lemons differ from regular lemons in both flavor and appearance. While common lemons like Eureka or Lisbon have a thick rind and a sharp, acidic taste, Meyer lemons are smaller, rounder, and have a thin, smooth rind that ripens to a deep golden yellow. Their flavor is sweeter and more aromatic, often compared to a blend of lemon and mandarin. Meyer lemon trees also bloom more often in warm climates and stay more compact, making them ideal for containers and home gardens, whereas standard lemon trees are larger and follow a more defined fruiting season.

Why Buy from Perfect Plants

Perfect Plants provides Florida grown Meyer Lemon Trees that are healthy, well rooted, and ready to thrive in your home landscape. Our trees are carefully inspected, grown in premium soil mixtures, and shipped with the care and expertise needed to ensure long term success.

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