The Meyer Lemon ( Citrus × meyeri ) is a hybrid variety of lemon tree, probably resulting from a cross between a lemon (Citrus limon) and a sweet orange or mandarin (Citrus reticulata). It is now possible to grow small citrus fruits in our homes. This small tree grows very well in pots. In optimal growing conditions, it can even produce several fruits. If you grow your lemon tree indoors, in the spring, when it begins to bloom, you will need to manually pollinate the flowers to encourage fruit formation. To do this, you can use a soft paintbrush and transfer the pollen from one flower to another. It is strongly recommended to provide it with a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight per day and to give it a regular supply of fertilizer.
Caution! Risk of toxicity to animals.
- Family: Rutaceae
- Origin: Southeast Asia
- Watering:
- Summer: Keep the soil slightly moist, but not soggy.
- Fall - Winter - Spring: Allow the soil to dry on the surface between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High
- Type of soil: Rich and draining
- Brightness: Moderate to high
- Orientation: South, West or East on the window sill
- Growth: Slow
- Temperature: Hot
- Between 18ᵒC and 25ᵒC.
- Never below 10ᵒC
Pot diameter: 10 cm and 20 cm.
Grown in Florida.
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
