Citrus lemon Ponderosa

$39.99

Extra large fruit of this citron-lemon hybrid are a favourite among collectors of novelty citrus. While very much edible, the size of the fruit is not necessarily indicative of the amount of flesh inside. These citrus are known to be quite seedy and pithy, with an incredibly thick skin – so some prefer to grow this as an ornamental. Good, strong lemon flavour. Slow growing to approximately 3m high x 2.5m wide.

Ideal in a full sun position with fertile, well drained soil. Protect from frosts while young, more tolerant once established and when mulched well. Heavy feeder requiring a high nitrogen fertiliser through spring and summer. Water regularly during fruit development in hot, dry spells. Prune in spring.

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Sunlight:Full sun
Temperature:Low, frost hardy
Wind:Indifferent to most wind except stormy conditions
Moisture:Grows in average garden conditions
Texture:Average garden conditions
Colour:White
Height:3m
Width:2.5m
SKU: CIT LEM PON 4.7L Categories: , , ,

Description

Extra large fruit of this citron-lemon hybrid are a favourite among collectors of novelty citrus. While very much edible, the size of the fruit is not necessarily indicative of the amount of flesh inside. These citrus are known to be quite seedy and pithy, with an incredibly thick skin – so some prefer to grow this as an ornamental. Good, strong lemon flavour. Slow growing to approximately 3m high x 2.5m wide.

Ideal in a full sun position with fertile, well drained soil. Protect from frosts while young, more tolerant once established and when mulched well. Heavy feeder requiring a high nitrogen fertiliser through spring and summer. Water regularly during fruit development in hot, dry spells. Prune in spring.

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