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Citrus X 'Improved Meyer'

Improved Meyer Lemon

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Normans/ Mullany

 

Description

Citrus limon 'Meyer' is a evergreen tree that grows 3'-6' tall and 3'-6' wide and has year around leaves glossy green. This tree likes well drained loam soil, with full sun and medium watering is required and it has white flowers and yellow edible fruit.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

White

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Yellow

Fruit Season

Intermittent

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Patio

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.