Lemon Tree seeds - continuous carpophores year round |
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Plant name - Citrus Lemon |
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Common name -
Lemon tree
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Plant type - Evergreen |
Vegetation type -
Perennial |
Growth rate - Medium |
Leaf / Flower color
- Green / White |
Other names -
Citron Tree |
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Description : |
The lemon (Citrus × limon) is a small evergreen tree, with ellipsoidal yellow fruit.
The fruit is used for culinary and non-culinary purposes throughout the world, primarily for its juice, though the pulp and rind (zest) are also used in cooking and baking.
The juice of the lemon is about 5% to 6% citric acid, which gives lemons a sour taste. The distinctive sour taste of lemon juice makes it a key ingredient in drinks and foods such as lemonade.
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Growing Instructions : |
* Wash seeds in tepid water and begin the planting process. You can use the paper towel method for germination, but the soil method, described here, is more effective.
* Prepare a container with sterile potting soil. Before filling it with soil, create drainage holes. Paper cups tend to dry out sooner, so if you are punching ice-pick-sized holes in the bottom of the container for drainage, do about four for plastic and two for paper.
* Plant the seeds 1/2 inch under the potting soil. Add enough water to moisten the soil, but don't let it get soggy.
* Cover the cup with either a plastic bag or plastic wrap. Keep checking to make certain that it remains moist.
* Store the pot in a warm place. Sunlight is not necessary at this time. Directly in front of a register is not a good idea because of the drying effect. Atop an electrical appliance like a television or refrigerator is usually best.
* Move to a sunny area and remove the plastic once the seed has sprouted. Maintain moisture. Transplant to a more permanent container when the seedling is large enough.
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