Bears Lemon (citrus x Latifolia)
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The Bears Lemon is a container-friendly subtropical evergreen fruit tree native to Florida.
A member of the Citrus family, it is related to the Meyer Lemon and the Harvey Lemon. The Bearss Lemon is a faster-growing and less thorny variety than most lemon trees, making them attractive for harvesting. Their highly productive fruits contain immense juice content without many seeds, making them ideal for juicing. The Bearss Lemon’s also bear highly-aromatic, oily skin, giving them perfect qualities for zesting as well.
The beginner-friendly true lemon tree bears a fruit that’s similar to the Lisbon Lemon (a common lemon found in the grocery store). It is known for its signature tart, acidic, extremely juicy characteristics.Planting, cultural care, pruning, and harvesting are similar for all citrus plants, with a few slight variations. Generally, they are best planted in filtered sun with well-drained soil that can hold moisture and nutrients. Citrus trees a particularly high demand for nitrogen. If you’re 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:
Medium
Zone Hardiness:
Outdoors 8-11; Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Although their fruit 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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