They are slightly more cold-tolerant thanEurekaand Lisbon lemon trees but still need a sheltered and sunny position to thrive.
These trees don’t do well in saturated conditions, so pick a spot that has excellent drainage.
Similar to other citrus fruits, the fruit’s skin and plant materials are toxic to dogs and cats.
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Light
Allcitrus treeslove the sun, and the Meyer lemon tree is no different.
This tree prefers at least eight hours a day of direct light.
They prefer an acidic soil pH between 5.5 and 6.5 and thrive in aloamyor sandy mixture.
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Test your soil ahead of planting to determine whether or not it needs adjusting.
you could add lime to increase the soil pH or sulfur to lower it, if necessary.
The aim is to keep the soil of your Meyer lemon tree moist but not soggy.
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If you feel dampness at your fingertip, wait to water.
In every zone, the tree should be protected when temperatures drop below freezing.
Be sure to use a covering that reaches the ground to help trap the heat from the earth.
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Citrus trees do best with humidity levels of 50 percent and above.
If you don’t have a humid enough spot indoors,make a pebble tray.
you’ve got the option to also consider placing a small humidifier nearby.
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Either way, wait until the tree is between 3 and 4 feet tall before pruning.
Propagating Meyer Lemon Trees
Lemon trees are easier to propagate than some other citrus varieties.
confirm the container has ample drainage holes.
Press down the soil, and water the tree immediately.
Pot-grown trees will require more frequent watering than their in-ground counterparts.
Place the tree in its new container and add fresh potting soil.
Overwintering
Meyer lemon trees are somewhat cold tolerant and can withstand temperatures down to 20 degrees Fahrenheit.
Place it near a window so it receives as much sunlight as possible.
Signs of pest issues will typically appear on the undersides of leaves or the fruit.
While they can bloom all year, Meyer lemon trees typically bloom in the spring and fall.
Choose a fertilizer that is specifically formulated for citrus trees.
Additionally, the temperature is fairly important when it comes to getting your Meyer lemon tree to bloom.
Meyer lemon trees are self-fertile, so only one tree is needed to produce fruit.
Meyer lemon trees can grow up to 10 feet tall.
Newer dwarf cultivars grow to an average of 5 to 7 feet tall.
It takes about four years for a Meyer lemon tree to begin producing fruit.
