Citrus x lemon tree.
Citrus x lemon or Lemon tree is a tree of intense green leaves cultivated for its fruit and appreciated for the fragrance of its flowers.
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Description and Origin:
The Lemon Tree, known as Citrus x limon, is an evergreen tree from the Rutaceae family, native to tropical and subtropical regions. It stands out for its lush foliage and citrus fruit.
Care and Requirements:
- Soil and Fertilization: Requires well-drained soil with a pH between 6.2 and 6.8, and proper fertilization for optimal growth.
- Temperature and Fruit Quality: Fruit quality and quantity are dependent on temperature and soil condition.
- Potted Cultivation: In pots, it needs annual transplants to larger containers for optimal growth.
- Cold Sensitivity: Vulnerable to intense cold; protection is recommended in areas with harsh winters.
Pruning:
- Pruning Time: Before flowering or after harvest to enhance productivity.
- Early and Mature Pruning: Initial shaping with at least three main branches. In mature stages, remove weak or damaged branches to maintain shape and vigor.
Diseases and Control:
- Common Diseases: Susceptible to aphids, mites, citrus leaf miners, and whiteflies.
- Control: Use of specific insecticides to combat diseases.
Varieties and Harvest Seasons:
- Varieties: Examples include Verna (February to June) and Eureka (October to February), each with its specific harvest season.
Health and Nutrition Issues:
- Chlorosis and Mineral Deficiencies: Yellowing leaves may indicate deficiencies of iron, magnesium, or nitrogen, addressable through specialized citrus fertilizers.
References:
These insights are based on a combination of practical experience and specialized sources for lemon tree care, such as:
- [Link 1](https://bit.ly/2Gaa8Vs)
- [Link 2](https://bit.ly/2RAi6by)
- [Link 3](https://bit.ly/2GDanZa)
- [Link 4](https://bit.ly/2T9NuxP)
Consulted sources in addition to our experience with this plant:
Data sheet
- Name
- Citrus x limon
- Origen
- China
- Height
- Asia
- Colour
- Green leaves, white flowers
- Flowering
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Location
- Sun
- Irrigation
- Moderated
- Applications
- Garden
- Sales format
- Pot 25cms diameter
- Others
- Can't resist cold
- Note
- Being the product a living plant and depending on the season, this plant could be received, in some cases, not exactly the same as in the photography, but as similar as possible, without impacting on quality of the same.
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