Variegated Pink Lemon (Citrus Γ limon)
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Embrace lifeβs happy accidents by growing a Variegated Pink Lemon Tree (Citrus x limon). Occasionally sold as the pink lemonade tree, this variety is a natural mutation of the tried-and-true Eureka lemon.
It's a great ornamental addition to the garden, with variegated green and white leaves, with fruits that are initially green-striped when they first appear in the late winter. Of course, the main event is the tart, rosy fruit of the pink lemon that makes it the Elle Woods of the Citrus genus. At peak ripeness, the pink lemon perfectly bundles up that sugar-spice-and-everything-nice feeling. Use the pink lemons for a naturally blushing twist on your favorite recipes for lemonade, lemon bar, and lemon cake.
Planting, cultural care, pruning, and harvesting are similar for all citrus plants, with a few slight variations. Generally, they are best planted inΒ filteredΒ sun with well-drained soil that can hold moisture and nutrients. Citrus trees a particularly high demand for nitrogen. If youβre fantasizing about long afternoons of picking fresh fruit from your personal citrus grove, keep this in mind: The key to growing citrus is setting it up for success from the start.
Plant Type:
Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree
Harvest Season:
Winter, Spring, Year-round
Main citrus fruit production will take place in late winter through spring, but may produce throughout the year
Mature Size:
7-30 ft
Mature size varies by citrus tree type. Overall, citrus varieties can be grown in containers and maintained at smaller sizes.
Soil & Moisture:
Well-drained, high fertility and good moisture-holding capacity; High nitrogen demands. Regular watering throughout the first year and throughout flowering and fruiting season.
Light Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Shade
Overall, citrus prefers slightly shady areas and has better fruit production in part shade lighting conditions.
Self-Fertile:
Yes
Growth Rate:
MediumΒ
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-11; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Although their fruitΒ provides a distinctly tropical twist to any drink or dish, Citrus trees trees are actually very cold hardy fruit trees, taking temperatures down to the low 20's!
Propagation:
Grafted and capable of producing fruit within 1 year.
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