Eureka lemon
Citrus limon 'Eureka'
USDA zones9 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size4 to 20 feet tall6 to 15 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Bloom color
- Purple, white
- Foliage color
- Green, purple/lavender
- Soil types
- Sand, loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Eureka' lemon (Citrus limon 'Eureka') is a fruit for containers, food gardens, and borders. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy or loamy soil. This tart lemon is grown for cocktails, cooking, and baking. Its fragrant flowers attract bees.
Pairs well with Rosemary, Thyme, and Holy basil.