Lemon seeds - Fruit Plant for Home Gardens

Lemon is a warm-season evergreen tree with a compact to rounded growth habit and glossy foliage. It is well adapted to tropical and subtropical climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Plants grown from seed establish gradually and are suitable for garden planting or container cultivation in warm regions. Consistent warmth, moderate moisture, and proper drainage support steady growth and long-term development.

Features

• Evergreen tree with compact to rounded growth habit
• Suitable for garden planting and container cultivation
• Performs well in full sun environments
• Adapted to warm and subtropical climates
• Steady long-term growth under warm conditions

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Citrus limon
• Common Name (US): Lemon
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Evergreen tree
• USDA Zones: 9-11
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer
• Growing Season: Warm to tropical season
• Sowing Season: February to June
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14-28 days at 20-30°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile sandy loam
• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow slight drying between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 3-6 meters height, 3-4 meters spread
• Plant Spacing: 3-4 meters between plants