Niji Nursery
Lemon
Lemon
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What if you could make lemonade by just stepping into your garden to pluck some fresh, organic lemons? Native to South Asia, this small evergreen tree will add great value to your kitchen garden.
Scientific Name:Citrus limon
Common Names:lemon, lime, limbu, nimbu
Flower Colours: white
Bloom Time:spring
Maximum Reachable Height: 20feet
Difficulty to Grow: easy to grow
Care:susceptible to European brown rot, aphids, and scale
Sunlight:full sun
Soil:well-drained, slightly acidic soil
Water:lemon needs deep watering, once a week; water again if you see the soil drying up
Fertiliser:feed with citrus-specific organic fertiliser once a month
Precautions: the plant is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Useful/Special Features: it purifies the air
Culinary Use:the fruit pulp, juice, and skin are used in cooking and baking
Ornamental Use: the flowers give out a fresh, beautiful fragrance
Medicinal Use:
good source of vitamin C
clears skin
rehydrates
aids digestion
prevents kidney stones
freshens breath
References:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/how-to-grow-a-lemon-tree.htm
https://balconygardenweb.com/how-to-grow-lemon-tree-in-pot-complete-growing-guide/
https://www.nature-and-garden.com/gardening/lemon-tree.html
https://www.bunnings.com.au/diy-advice/garden/planting-and-growing/how-to-grow-and-care-for-a-lemon-tree
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