Meyer Lemon is believed to be a cross between a lemon and a mandarin. It became the darling of home gardeners and chefs because it fruits on a compact tree almost continuously, tolerates containers, and tastes better than anything you can buy at a supermarket.
Richer, sweeter, and less sharp than commercial lemons with a thin skin and an almost orange-lemon fragrance. The thin rind means more juice per fruit.
Lemon
Sweeter than a grocery store lemon, fruits almost year-round
Harvest Season
October, November, December, January, February, March
Mature Height
8–12 ft
Sun
Full sun
Care Level
EasyBeginner OK
Cold Hardiness for Central Florida
Hardy to about 26F once established, slightly less cold tolerant than sweet oranges. The compact size makes it practical to move into a garage or lanai during a hard freeze.
5G
In stock
$55
10G
In stock
$85
(407) 963-0165 or (407) 403-9124 to confirm current stock before visiting.
Timeline is an estimate from a 3-gallon container. Larger sizes start further along. Data unverified - owner review pending.
