How Do You Grow Meyer Lemon Trees?
Meyer lemons are all the rage with celebrity chefs and foodies alike. Growing your own Meyer lemon tree is easy and will reward you with fruit for years. Assess your growing region. Meyer lemon trees can only be grown outside in climates where temperatures do not go below 32 degrees F or 0 degrees C. In all other climates, Meyer lemon trees will have to be brought inside or raised in a greenhouse during the winter. Plant your Meyer lemon tree seedling. Remove the tree from the pot you purchased it in and loosen the soil around the roots. Tease the roots apart and mist with water to keep them moist. Replant your Meyer lemon tree seedling in a larger container that has at least a 5-gallon capacity to allow root growth. It is best to use a plastic pot rather than a clay one so that the tree can be easily moved indoors or outdoors if there is inclimate weather pending. The pot should have adequate drainage in the bottom and a layer of gravel to assist in water draining from the pot. Make s
