Lemonade
Small well shaped tree of moderately vigorous growth, suited to the home garden. Bears a large crop of fruit over a long period. The fruit is pleasant to eat and ideal for fruit drinks.
This unusual citrus is a cross between the Meyer lemon and a true lemon.
FEATURES: Fruit resembles a lemon but is a lot sweeter and less acidic. It can be eaten straight from the tree and is easy to peel and break into segm~pts like an orange or mandarin.
CONDITIONS: Needs full sun for maximum fruit production. Well drained soil is essential.
FOR BEST RESULTS: Prune annually to maintain an attractive shape. Avoid damage to roots or lower trunk.
PLANTING AND IDEAS:
• makes a sweet fruit drink with interesting flavour
• great with honey to soothe Winter colds
• use as a cold drink garnish
• grow in containers on a patio ROOTSTOCK:
o TROYER CITRANGE
o BENTON CITRANGE
o SWINGLE CITRUMELO