Description
Add a unique and hardy citrus plant to your garden with this set of 3 Wild Lemon (Citrus trifoliata). Related to the true lemon tree, this striking shrub offers both aesthetic value and practical applications.
Features:
- Height on delivery: 20 cm
- Number in set: 3 plants
- Pot size: 9 cm
Growth and Appearance:
- Growth mode: Compact, prickly shrub with irregular, olive-green branches that later turn yellow/orange.
- Leaves: Loses its leaves in winter, but remains a striking appearance because of the green branches.
- Hardiness: Can tolerate temperatures down to -20°C and is the only citrus species that can overwinter well in our climate.
Flowering and Fruits:
- Bloom: Fragrant white flowers appear in early spring.
- Fruit: Round, yellow lemons that ripen in autumn. The fruits have a thick skin and many pips. The juice is very sour with a slight turpentine flavour.
Pitch and Care:
- Location: Thrives in a sunny spot and is tolerant of poor soils.
- Water requirements: Moderate, especially in winter, give little water and no fertilizer.
- Pruning: Prune in early spring if necessary to maintain the desired shape.
Usage:
- Culinary applications: Both the juice and the peel of the fruits can be used in cooking. Ideal for jams and various dishes.
- Ornamental value: The branches and fruits make this plant a beautiful addition to any garden.
- Protection: The sharp thorns allow the plant to serve as a natural barrier.
Particulars:
- Property boundary: Can turn your garden into an almost impregnable fortress with its thorny branches.
- Use as rootstock: Suitable as a rootstock for lemon and orange trees.
- Tub plant: Can be kept in a container due to its slow growth, perfect for patios and balconies.
With this set of 3 Wild Lemon plants you bring not only a decorative but also a functional and hardy plant into your garden. Enjoy the delicious scent, striking fruits and the versatile applications of Citrus trifoliata.
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