What is a Meyer lemon tree? The first Meyer lemon tree (Citrus x meyeri) was introduced in China in 1908, and the variety we know today (which is less susceptible to viruses) came from the University ...

When you think of lemons and avocados, you might assume that they can only be grown in warm climates. However, many tropical ...

Q: I bought a lemon tree at one of the big-box stores at the mall last year. It’s doing well. It had some bugs on it that I wiped off and they don’t seem to have come back. It put out some flowers but ...

Imagine plucking a fresh lemon from a tree you grew yourself. Think about the smooth and glossy leaves, the lingering smell of citrus in the air, the visually appealing silhouette of the tree. Lemon ...

In a warm climate, this hybrid tree produces sweet, juicy, and delicious Meyer lemons year-round. Fact checked by Khara Scheppmann The fruit of the Meyer lemon tree (Citrus × meyeri) is rounder than ...

Most people think fruit belongs outside. In soil. In sun. Somewhere you visit, not somewhere you live. That is why the idea of a lemon plant growing indoors still sounds strange. But the Meyer lemon ...

Lemons as a houseplant?! Harvesting your own citrus (lemons, Meyer lemons, limes, dwarf oranges) inside the home is one of the coolest things you can do. It is so fun to watch the fruit mature and ...

Q: I planted a persimmon about a year ago. I’ve watered it every day. It isn’t dying, but it’s also not growing. The roots are all coiled around. How can I remedy things so it will start to grow? A: ...

If you have ever smelled a Meyer lemon (Citrus x meyeri), you’ve probably fallen in love. It’s the sweetest, most aromatic lemon; in fact, it’s a hybrid between a mandarin orange and a lemon. Its low ...

Meyer lemon trees can grow indoors or outdoors, but must be protected from frost and brought inside in cold climates. These trees need full sun, regular water, and well-draining soil to grow healthy ...