{"product_id":"col-5l-mey-lemon","title":"5Ltr Meyer Lemon Citrus Tree, Nursery Pots, Fruiting","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMeyer Lemon Citrus Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most popular and rewarding citrus trees to grow at home. A natural hybrid between a lemon and a mandarin orange, the Meyer lemon produces smooth-skinned, thin-rinded fruits with a sweeter, less acidic flavour than a standard lemon. Supplied in a 5 litre nursery pot, this is a well-established, ready to fruit specimen that suits both indoor and outdoor growing across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether placed on a sunny patio during the warmer months or kept as a lemon tree houseplant on a bright windowsill or in a conservatory, this compact citrus tree offers year-round interest with its glossy evergreen foliage, fragrant white blossom and vibrant golden fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis potted lemon tree thrives in a bright, sunny position receiving at least 6 hours of direct light per day. The Meyer lemon tree is equally at home as a patio citrus tree during the warmer months or as an indoor lemon tree on a sunny windowsill or in a conservatory. It is one of the best citrus trees for pots and containers, making it well suited to indoor citrus growing across the UK. Bring pots indoors before the first frost for winter care, and it makes a fantastic choice for small gardens, patios or balconies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Citrus × meyeri\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meyer Lemon, Chinese Dwarf Lemon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Evergreen Citrus Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–150 cm × 60–90 cm (container grown, variety dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, Bushy Evergreen Citrus Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patios, Conservatories, Sunny Windowsills, Containers, Small Gardens \u0026amp; Balconies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can flower year-round; most prolifically in Spring and Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can carry fruit year-round; main crop typically Winter through to Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun — minimum 6 hours of direct light per day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Evergreen — bring indoors before the first frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy, Dark Green Oval Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees \u0026amp; Pollinating Insects (when flowering)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant into a well-draining citrus compost and feed with a dedicated citrus fertiliser every 2–3 weeks through spring and summer. Watering should be moderate and consistent — allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Repot into a slightly larger nursery pot every 2–3 years to keep the root system healthy. Lemon tree soil should be free-draining and slightly acidic for the best results. Meyer lemon tree care is straightforward, making it an ideal choice for beginner citrus growers and anyone looking to grow their own lemons at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Meyer Lemon Citrus Tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a 5 litre nursery pot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eReady to fruit specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplied in a nursery pot. 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