How Do You Prune A Dwarf Lemon Tree?
The Meyer lemon and the eureka lemon trees are commonly grown throughout North America as the choice dwarf citrus for all climates. In areas with cold winters, they must be brought inside during the winter as they go dormant at 54 degrees F. They produce fruit almost year-round, so pruning the tree means a loss of some fruit. These citrus varieties, although of small stature, can still reach 12 feet tall. Reducing the size of the tree is one reason to prune, the other is to remove any branches that are not healthy, or are dead. Root prune the citrus every four to five years, re-potting into a 10- to 15-gallon container each time. Root pruning is an effective method of keeping the tree small enough for the pot. When re-potting, spread out the roots and clip off the last inch of the roots with sharp garden shears or pruners. The lemon tree has thorns, so heavy gloves are advisable. Cut selective branches of the lemon tree with sharp pruners, again only every four to five years. Cut about
