{"product_id":"genoa-lemon-seeds-citrus-limon-grow-your-own-seedling-lemon-tree","title":"Genoa Lemon Seeds (Citrus limon) – Grow Your Own Seedling Lemon Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese lemon seeds (Citrus limon) come from Genoa, a classic Italian lemon variety closely related to Eureka. Grown from seed, lemon trees make attractive evergreen plants with glossy, aromatic leaves and fragrant white flowers, and in time can produce tangy lemons for cooking, drinks and garnishes. They suit sunny gardens in warm climates, and large containers on patios or bright indoor spots elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlease Read Before Buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLemon trees grown from seed do not always come true to the parent variety. Seedlings may differ from Genoa in fruit size and flavour, are often thornier and more vigorous, and usually take 3–6 years or more to flower and fruit. For a guaranteed Genoa lemon, graft Genoa budwood onto your seedling or plant a grafted tree. Citrus is frost-tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Evergreen citrus tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLife cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e White, fragrant, mainly spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, yellow, tart (may vary from parent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTime to fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Usually 3–6+ years from seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–12 ft (1.8–3.6 m); smaller in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 ft (3–4.5 m) in the ground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, 6–8 hours daily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; let topsoil dry slightly between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA zones 9–11; protect from frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Sow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak seeds in room-temperature water for several hours. Sow about ¼ inch deep in small pots of light, well-drained seed mix and keep in a warm spot, ideally 75–85°F (24–29°C), with bright light. Keep the mix consistently moist but not waterlogged; seedlings usually appear in 2–4 weeks. Move seedlings into larger pots as they grow, and plant outdoors only in frost-free climates once they are strong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun in well-drained soil or a citrus potting mix, in a container with good drainage holes. Water moderately, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Feed with a citrus fertiliser during the growing season. Prune lightly to shape the tree and improve airflow, wearing gloves if thorns develop. Protect plants from frost and cold drafts, moving containers indoors to a bright spot in cold weather, and check regularly for pests such as scale and aphids.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OrganicSeedsHub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45565244178615,"sku":"RA_DEC_25_412","price":16.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/3335\/6471\/files\/Genoa-Lemon-Tree-1_0f3140ac-7240-4457-854f-c0fbc23049a1.webp?v=1769488873","url":"https:\/\/organicseedshub.com\/products\/genoa-lemon-seeds-citrus-limon-grow-your-own-seedling-lemon-tree","provider":"OrganicSeedsHub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}