Meyer lemon trees can grow indoors or outdoors, but must be protected from frost and brought inside in cold climates. These trees need full sun, regular water, and well-draining soil to grow healthy ...

Growing lemons in a container is easier than you may believe. “On a scale of one to 10, with 10 being hard to grow, I would say lemons are a six,” says Matthew Fleming, lead horticulturist for ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Planting a fruit tree is one of the best ways to attract bees to your garden. When they visit, they're likely to pollinate a range of nearby ...

Q: I planted a persimmon about a year ago. I’ve watered it every day. It isn’t dying, but it’s also not growing. The roots are all coiled around. How can I remedy things so it will start to grow? A: ...

Q: I’d like to grow a Meyer lemon tree. Is it tricky? A: If you’ve never grown your own citrus tree, you’re missing out on incredibly fragrant flowers, delicious fruit and lustrous foliage. The ...

Q: My 7-year-old potted 'Meyer' lemon was loaded with blooms this spring. All but one has dropped, and the tree looks sick. I apply citrus food per the instructions and don’t let the pot sit in water.

Garden Variety is an occasional column about growing plants without grief. The best thing I’ve ever grown in a container was a Meyer lemon tree—when I lived in DeKalb County, I put fresh citrus from ...

What is a Meyer lemon tree? The first Meyer lemon tree (Citrus x meyeri) was introduced in China in 1908, and the variety we know today (which is less susceptible to viruses) came from the University ...