Citrus Tree Selection

Exotic home grown oranges and lemons for eating straight from the tree or adding to drinks, even making deserts. Yes these really will fruit in your garden (make sure they have frost protection in the Winter though - conservatories are ideal).

There is nothing like home grown citrus and this collection makes an excellent gift all year round!  Interesting the orange symbolises love, divination, luck and money whilst the lemon offers longevity, purification, love and friendship so this collection really does make the perfect gift.

Please note that in this collection the lemon is larger than the orange (the tree and the pot!)

Recognised to be an excellent attractant and nectar source for bees and other beneficial insects.

• Love a sunny, warm position.
• Prefer free draining, slightly acidic (pH 6 - 6.5) soil.
• Require a minimum of 41F (5C) but ideally 50F (10C) or higher!
• Usually blossom in Spring (although if conditions are warm enough they will flower at other times of the year too).
• Once fruit is set takes between 6 and 12 months.
• Both trees are self fertile.
• Extreme temperature change may cause loss of leaves which usually grow back (if not frozen).
• Ensure the compost remains moist but doesn't get overly wet.
• Never let the plant sit in water (as this will cause rot).
• Feed the trees once a month from April until September and then every three months the rest of the year with a quality, general fertiliser.
• Have edible flowers (good for making cake decorations!)