Indoor Meyer Lemon Tree

November 08, 2024 Post a Comment

Indoor meyer lemon tree

Meyer Lemon Trees are the easiest citrus plants to grow indoors and they offer sweet scented blooms and fruit up to 4 times per year. Meyer lemon plants require no chill hours to fruit so they can be grown indoors all year-round.

How do you keep a Meyer lemon tree alive indoors?

If growing a Meyer lemon tree indoors, opt for your sunniest window or use grow lights to supplement the natural sunlight. Your tree should also be located somewhere very warm, away from any drafts or cold blasts of air. Extra humidity is a bonus if you have it as well.

Where should you place a Meyer lemon tree indoors?

Best way to grow your Meyer lemon tree indoors

Place your tree in the brightest part of your house, near a south-facing window.
If the tree doesn't get 8-12 hours of light a day, add some low-energy LED grow lights.
Fill a pot tray with rocks.

Will an indoor lemon tree produce fruit?

With sweet-smelling flowers, glossy foliage and tart, tasty fruit, an indoor lemon tree rewards your attention year-round. Regardless of your climate, you can grow a container lemon tree indoors and enjoy your own homegrown lemons.

At what age do Meyer lemon trees bear fruit?

Meyer lemon trees start bearing fruit at different times, depending on how they were grown. Trees grown from grafted rootstock can start bearing fruit in as soon as two years, while seed-grown trees, which tend to be less healthy in general, start bearing fruit at three to seven years old.

How often should I water my Meyer lemon tree indoors?

Generally, Meyer Lemon Trees need water every one to two weeks. Leaves can be an indicator as to how your tree feels. If the leaves are drooping like they're too heavy for the branches, the tree is getting too much water. If the leaves are crispy and dry or curl upwards, this is a sign of under-watering.

Can Meyer lemon trees stay in pots?

Lemon trees are happy in containers, provided they have enough root room and good drainage. We recommend 'Improved Meyer' (USDA Zones 9–11) as one of the best varieties to grow in a pot, because it is naturally dwarfed. It will mature to just 3 to 5 feet.

How long does it take for an indoor lemon tree to bear fruit?

Another thing to keep in mind: Most lemon trees do not bear fruit until they are three to four years old.

What is the easiest citrus tree to grow indoors?

Dwarf Meyer Lemon Tree Arguably the easiest and most popular citrus plant to grow indoors, Meyer Lemon trees thrive on hours of direct sunlight and frequent watering schedules.

Can you put Miracle Grow on a lemon tree?

Use on all fruit, citrus and palm trees.

Do indoor lemon trees attract bugs?

Like most greenery, citrus plants can attract bugs. This seems to be more of an issue when the plants are indoors than when they are outdoors.

Do I need to pollinate my indoor lemon tree?

Fortunately most citrus are self-fruitful and do not need another plant for pollination. Many citrus varieties require a period of cool weather or drought to stimulate bloom and fruiting. However, extremes of either condition can damage the plants.

How fast do Meyer lemon trees grow indoors?

If you're exclusively growing the tree indoors, this can take six months, or even up to a whole year for the fruit to ripen. Trees that are grown outdoors for some of the year will ripen more quickly.

How cold is too cold for a Meyer lemon tree?

So how cold is too cold for a Meyer lemon tree? If the tree is mature, a short bout of frost is not likely to kill the tree, but damage and death is possible if temperatures below 29 degrees Fahrenheit are sustained. Younger trees should not be introduced to prolonged temperatures below 40 degrees.

How big is a 2 year old Meyer lemon tree?

2-3 Year Old (Approx. 2-3 Ft) Meyer Lemon Tree.

What does an overwatered Meyer lemon tree look like?

A tree with yellow or cupped leaves, or leaves that don't look perky AFTER watering can indicate excessive watering and soggy roots. Give your tree water less often. Citrus prefer infrequent, deep watering to frequent, shallow sprinklings.

Should I mist my lemon tree?

Misting a lemon tree can help reduce loss of moisture and help prevent your plant's leaves from drying out. You can mist your lemon tree as often as you think about it, but once or twice a day is usually adequate.

How can you tell if a lemon tree is overwatered?

Signs of an overwatered lemon tree

Yellowing leaves. Chlorosis is common with overwatered lemon trees.
Weak branches. Overwatered lemon trees often have weak branches. ...
Root rot. Root rot is when the roots of a plant start to decay and is another common overwatering sign.

Do I need to repot Meyer lemon tree?

It's Time to Repot your Meyer Lemon It is probably time to repot your Meyer Lemon. Potted lemon trees require repotting every two to three years, or when the roots begin growing out the drainage holes. The best time to repot your tree is in spring during heavy growth so it has time to establish in the new container.

How big do potted Meyer lemon trees get?

How Big Do Meyer Lemon Trees Get? If grown outside year-round, Meyer lemon trees will grow to 10 to 12 feet tall and eight to 10 feet wide. Meyer lemon trees in containers will stay smaller, around three to six feet tall depending on the age of the tree and the size of the container.