Citrus - Lemon Meyer Dwarf

Common Name:
Meyer Lemon (Dwarf)

Description:
The Meyer lemon (Citrus × meyeri) in dwarf form is a compact, evergreen citrus tree perfect for small gardens, patios, and container growing. This variety is a natural hybrid between a lemon and an orange or mandarin, producing medium-sized, thin-skinned fruit with a deep yellow to orange hue when ripe. The fruit is sweeter and less acidic than traditional lemons, making it ideal for fresh use, cooking, and drinks. The tree blooms multiple times a year with fragrant white flowers, often leading to continuous fruiting. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, benefiting from regular feeding and watering. Due to its manageable size, the Meyer lemon (Dwarf) is an excellent choice for urban gardens and balconies.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Suitable for Pots

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5–2m (can be pruned smaller)
• Width: 1.5–2m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring and Summer
• May flower multiple times a year

Flower Colour:

• White with a pink tinge

Key Attributes:

• Edible Fruit
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Espalier
• Bee Attracting
• Fragrant Flowers
• Heavy Fruiting Variety
• Year-Round Fruit Production
• Cold Hardy for a Citrus

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Other citrus varieties (Lime, Orange, Kumquat)
• Lavender (attracts pollinators)
• Rosemary (repels pests)
• Marigolds (helps deter pests)
• Borage (improves fruit set)