Citrus x meyeri Lemon 'Meyer'
‘Meyer‘ is a delightful hybrid lemon tree known for its smaller, rounder fruit compared to regular lemons. The smooth, thin skins of the fruit range from deep yellow to orange, encasing dark yellow, sweet pulp. While ‘Meyer‘ lemons produce fruit year-round, the main fruiting season occurs from late winter to early spring. The tree features glossy, dark green leaves that are oval-shaped with a slightly serrated edge
Cultural
Fruit becomes sweeter with maturity, harvest when mid-yellow for a more tart fruit. Fruit ripens 6-9 months after flowering. Sensitive to frost when young.
Soil:
Tolerates any well-drained soil
Aspect:
Full sun.
Maintenance:
Lightly prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape. Fertilise in spring and late summer with a citrus-specific fertiliser. Susceptible to citrus scale, leaf miner, and gall wasp- monitor plants closely and apply appropriate treatments if detected.
Water Requirements:
Moderately drought tolerant once established but will benefit from supplementary watering.
Seasonal Interest:
Winter to spring flowering, typically winter to spring fruiting.
Landscape Uses
Popular in Australian backyards, ‘Meyer‘ is an excellent addition to any home orchard, providing a steady supply of fresh, tangy fruit for cooking, baking, and beverages. They thrive in pots or containers, making them ideal for patios, balconies, or small gardens where space is limited, and can be easily moved to capture optimal sunlight. Additionally, ‘Meyer‘ lemons can be trained as espaliers along walls or fences, saving space while creating an attractive architectural feature.
Dimensions
Height to 3.0m
Width to 2.0m
Can be kept significantly smaller through pruning.
Width to 2.0m
Can be kept significantly smaller through pruning.