Fruits

A lemon tree is one of the easiest and most versatile fruit trees you can grow in your backyard. Not only will it add to… Read More »Can I Plant A Lemon Tree In My Backyard?

It is not illegal to grow lemons in Texas, but it is unlawful to transport citrus plant material into Texas. Citrus plants, especially from Florida,… Read More »Is Growing Lemons Illegal In Texas?

The seeds only need to be planted a 1/2-inch deep to successfully propagate, the soil should be gently moistened with water and the container covered… Read More »How Deep Do You Plant Lemon Seeds?

Special note: at the end of soaking Lemon seeds, there are seeds that float and some sink. Seeds that float are generally less likely to… Read More »Should Lemon Seeds Float?

Gather the seeds. Peel off their skin (OPTIONAL) Prepare the pots and soil. Plant the lemon seeds about 1 inch deep. Seal the pot with… Read More »How Do You Prepare Lemon Seeds For Planting?

Directions Moisten the potting soil so that it is damp, but not soaked, all the way through. Fill the smaller pot with soil, all the… Read More »How Do I Grow A Lemon Tree From A Lemon?

Citrus trees are a tough, durable lot that can take a touch of cool weather. While frost is not likely to kill a healthy, mature… Read More »Can Lemon Trees Stand Frost?

Whitewash the trunk of the lemon tree after the frost damage occurs to reflect sunlight, which prevents further stress to the tree. Cover the trunk… Read More »How Do You Save A Frost Damaged Lemon Tree?

The giving tree: Meyer lemon trees can survive freezing temperatures. Of all citrus trees, Meyer lemons (Citrus x meyeri or C. limon x C. reticulata)… Read More »Will Meyer Lemon Freeze?

Meyer lemon trees are happiest in temperatures between 50 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. That means that, unless you live in USDA growing zones 9 to… Read More »When Should You Bring Lemon Tree Inside?