Citrus meyeri

Meyer Lemon

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Compact citrus shrub producing sweet lemons with glossy green leaves. White fragrant blooms appear in spring. Needs full sun, high humidity and regular watering. Ideal for sunny indoor spots during winter months.
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Plant Details

Common Name Meyer Lemon
Family Rutaceae
Genus Citrus
Species × Meyeri
Origin China
Blooming Spring, fragrant white flowers
Leaf Color Deep glossy green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining acidic potting mix (peat/perlite/compost)

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; increase humidity via misting or pebble tray

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure (6+ hours) for fruiting; use grow lights indoors in winter

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Fertilization

Apply citrus-specific fertilizer bi-weekly during active growth (Spring/Summer); reduce in winter

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Pruning

Remove dead wood and shape for air circulation; prune lightly after harvest

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
500 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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