How to Care for Citrus × limon (Lemon tree)

Korean name: 레몬나무

An evergreen tree with small oval leaves that produces white flowers and yellow fruit. It thrives in well-drained soil under plenty of sunlight. Requires moderate care for healthy growth.

Key facts

• Category: Vegetable & fruit
• Difficulty: Moderate
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Northern India, Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: fruit, evergreen, full sun, moderate care
• Also known as: Lemon tree, Lemon

Care Guide

• Light: Requires full sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Prefers fertile, well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Suitable for normal indoor humidity.
• Temperature: 15~30°C
• Fertilizer: Apply balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Citrus × limon?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Citrus × limon?

It likes Requires full sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Prefers fertile, well-draining soil..

Is Citrus × limon safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Citrus × limon good for beginners?

Difficulty: Moderate. Keep it around 15~30°C. Humidity: Suitable for normal indoor humidity.. Fertilise Apply balanced liquid fertilizer once a month during growing season..