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Citrus limon 'Pomona'

Family Rutaceae
Plant Type fruit
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level
Height 2.4 - 4.5 m (8 - 15 ft)
Spread 1.8 - 4.5 m (6 - 15 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The fruit Citrus limon 'Pomona' (sweet lemon) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant flowers. The glossy foliage is deep green in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and evergreen. Citrus limon 'Pomona' (sweet lemon) produces fragrant and showy fruit. This plant has showy and smooth stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, fruit, hedge, house plant, topiary and tropical.
Special Characteristics This fruit attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Citrus limon 'Pomona' tolerates drought.
Cautions Thorns or spines can be a problem with Citrus limon 'Pomona' (sweet lemon). Handle with care. Careful planning of its positioning in your garden will avoid injuries to children and pets.