Citrus, x meyeri, commonly called Meyer’s lemon, is a hybrid Lemon between Citrus limon (lemon) and Citrus reticulata (mandarin orange). Introduced into the U.S. by Frank Meyer who reportedly found the plant in 1908 near Peking, China. Sweeter than traditional lemons with a distinctive elongated oval fruit, it is very productive and a popular fruit for the home grower, chefs and farmers alike. Dwarf varieties also available. Fertilize three times a year with a food formulated for citrus.
Spring
Full Sun
Water regularly every 10-14 days to keep soil moist, not soggy
Not necessary except to remove suckers that emerge below the graft line or to prune for shape shortly after fruits are harvested
Hardy in zones 9-11
Plant in spring after the last day of frost
Loamy, well-draining
8-10 ft. x 3-5 ft.
