Santa Teresa lemon
Citrus limon 'Santa Teresa'
USDA zones9 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
Size4 to 6 feet tall3 to 5 feet wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- White/cream
Garden uses
Notes
'Santa Teresa' lemon (Citrus limon 'Santa Teresa') is a fruit tree for the food garden. 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. It is grown for limoncello, thanks to its high acid content. The medium fruit has a small nipple at the tip, and white blooms open in spring and summer.
Pairs well with Hass avocado, Mexican heather, and Lemon grass.