Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The first Meyer lemon tree (Citrus x meyeri) was introduced in China in 1908, and the variety we know today (which is less ...

In a warm climate, this hybrid tree produces sweet, juicy, and delicious Meyer lemons year-round.

Imagine plucking a fresh lemon from a tree you grew yourself. Think about the smooth and glossy leaves, the lingering smell of citrus in the air, the visually appealing silhouette of the tree. Lemon ...

Days of daytime highs in the 50s, followed by a few days when temperatures dropped down to the low teens, were enough to fill Yakima’s night skies with gardeners’ dreams of escaping the freeze. Born ...

Q: I bought a lemon tree at one of the big-box stores at the mall last year. It’s doing well. It had some bugs on it that I wiped off and they don’t seem to have come back. It put out some flowers but ...

CORVALLIS, Ore. - With their sweetly scented flowers and sweet-tart flavor, Meyer lemons are a no-brainer for container gardening in the Northwest. Even though they are not cold hardy in any but the ...

Will Meyer lemon trees grow in Portland? Q: I have heard that the Meyer lemon will grow in the area west of Portland. Is this true? – Multnomah County A: Below are the collected comments based upon ...

Q. My Meyer lemon is dropping a lot of green fruit on the ground. Can you tell me what is wrong with my tree and is there something I can do to save the fruit that is left on the tree? A. Citrus need ...

When life hands you Meyer lemons, making lemonade is just one choice. This decidedly sweeter, thin-skinned fruit is the perfect substitute for tangier lemons in baking and may even be sweet enough to ...

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 ...

The glorious Meyer lemon tree is a small, evergreen variety that makes it possible to enjoy homegrown citrus regardless of location and growing zone. A cross between a citron and a mandarin-pomelo ...