Lemons, Limes, Mandarins & More — Grown at Home

Citrus Trees That Thrive Indoors & Out

From fragrant Meyer lemons to sweet California Honey mandarins, our citrus trees are greenhouse-grown, hand-selected, and shipped ready to thrive. Most are self-pollinating — meaning a single tree is all you need to harvest real fruit at home.

Whether you're growing on a sunny patio, a balcony, or next to your brightest window, we carry varieties that fruit in containers and overwinter indoors in cooler climates. Every tree ships with care instructions and our 30-day happiness guarantee.

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  • Meyer Lemon

    Meyer Lemon

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Meyer Lemon

    Store bought < backyard grown
    From $99 $109
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  • California Honey Mandarin Tree

    California Honey Mandarin Tree

    Growing Zone: 3-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    California Honey Mandarin Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Key Lime Bush

    Key Lime Bush

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Key Lime Bush

    Easy Peasy Lime Squeezy
    From $99 $109
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  • Fukushu Kumquat Tree

    Fukushu Kumquat Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 9-11 outdoors

    Fukushu Kumquat Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Calamondin Orange Bush

    Calamondin Orange Bush

    Growing Zone: 8-11 outdoors

    Calamondin Orange Bush

    From $139
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  • Key Lime Tree

    Key Lime Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Key Lime Tree

    This tree is a must-have
    From $119 $129
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  • Genoa Lemon Tree

    Genoa Lemon Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-10 patio / 9-10 outdoors

    Genoa Lemon Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Clementine Mandarin Tree

    Clementine Mandarin Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Clementine Mandarin Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Australian Finger Lime Tree

    Australian Finger Lime Tree

    Growing Zone: 8-11 outdoors

    Australian Finger Lime Tree

    Unique fruit meets effortless care
    From $119 $129
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  • Persian 'Bearss' Lime Tree

    Persian 'Bearss' Lime Tree

    Growing Zone: 3-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Persian 'Bearss' Lime Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Cara Cara Orange Tree

    Cara Cara Orange Tree

    Growing Zone: 8-11 outdoors

    Cara Cara Orange Tree

    A sweeter, pinker, better orange
    From $119 $129
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  • Owari Satsuma Tree

    Owari Satsuma Tree

    Growing Zone: 8-11 outdoors

    Owari Satsuma Tree

    Sweet, seedless, and easy to peel
    From $119 $129
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  • Lisbon Lemon Tree

    Lisbon Lemon Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 9-11 outdoors

    Lisbon Lemon Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Cocktail Semi-Dwarf Grapefruit Tree

    Cocktail Semi-Dwarf Grapefruit Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 9-11 outdoors

    Cocktail Semi-Dwarf Grapefruit Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Pink Variegated Eureka Lemon Bush

    Pink Variegated Eureka Lemon Bush

    Growing Zone: 3-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Pink Variegated Eureka Lemon Bush

    From $119 $129
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  • Ponderosa Lemon Tree

    Ponderosa Lemon Tree

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Ponderosa Lemon Tree

    From $119 $139
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  • Eureka Lemon Tree

    Eureka Lemon Tree

    Growing Zone: 8-11 outdoors

    Eureka Lemon Tree

    California sunshine on your patio!
    From $119 $129
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  • Citrus Lovers Bundle

    Citrus Lovers Bundle

    Growing Zone: 4-11 patio / 8-11 outdoors

    Citrus Lovers Bundle

    Your homegrown citrus starter kit
    From $149 $199
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Why Grow Citrus at Home?

Citrus trees are among the few fruit trees that thrive in containers and produce indoors. Their glossy evergreen leaves look beautiful year-round, the flowers are intensely fragrant, and the fruit is sweeter than anything you'll find at the store.

SELF-POLLINATING: Most citrus varieties don't need a partner tree to set fruit. A single tree on a sunny patio or next to a bright window will flower and produce on its own.

YEAR-ROUND INTEREST: Unlike deciduous fruit trees, citrus are evergreen — you get glossy foliage, fragrant blooms, and colorful fruit across multiple seasons.

CONTAINER-FRIENDLY: Dwarf and semi-dwarf citrus varieties are perfectly suited to pots. Grow them on a patio in summer and bring them indoors before the first frost.

Citrus Care Guide

Easier than you think.

How to Grow Citrus Trees at Home

Four things determine whether your citrus tree thrives. Get these right and you'll have fruit.

  • Light

    Citrus trees need at least 6 hours of direct sun daily. A south- or west-facing window is ideal indoors. Outdoors, full sun is best. If your space is darker, supplement with a full-spectrum grow light.

  • Water

    Water deeply when the top 2 inches of soil are dry — usually every 7 to 10 days. Citrus prefer to dry out slightly between waterings. Soggy roots are the #1 killer of indoor citrus.

  • Temperature

    Most citrus are comfortable in 55–85°F. Keep away from cold drafts and heating vents. If you summer them outdoors, bring them back inside before nights drop below 50°F.

  • Feeding

    Feed with a citrus-specific fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during spring and summer. Citrus are heavy feeders — proper nutrition is the difference between a houseplant and a fruiting tree.

Citrus Care 101

  • Citrus Trees: A Beginner's Guide

    Everything you need to know to plant, place, and care for your first citrus tree.

    Read the guide 

  • Citrus 101: Pollination

    How indoor citrus trees flower, fruit, and what you can do to help them along.

    Learn about pollination 

  • Citrus 101: Pruning

    When and how to prune your citrus tree to keep it healthy, shapely, and productive.

    Learn how to prune 

  • Citrus 101: Harvesting

    How to know when your citrus is ripe and the best way to pick it off the tree.

    Learn how to harvest 
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Questions about growing citrus at home? We've got you.

Citrus Tree FAQs

Can citrus trees really grow indoors?

Yes — several citrus varieties do well indoors, especially Meyer lemons, key limes, and calamondin oranges. The keys are bright direct light (6+ hours), well-draining soil, and consistent watering. With those basics in place, an indoor citrus tree will flower, fruit, and live for many years.

How long until my citrus tree produces fruit?

Our trees ship as established, mature plants — many arrive already in flower or fruit. Once settled in, a healthy citrus tree will typically bloom within a few months and produce ripe fruit 6 to 9 months after flowering. Indoor trees can fruit multiple times per year depending on the variety.

Which citrus variety is best for beginners?

The Meyer lemon is the most popular choice for first-time citrus growers. It's compact, self-pollinating, cold-tolerant, and produces sweeter, less acidic fruit than grocery store lemons. Key limes and calamondin oranges are also excellent beginner-friendly options — both are compact and prolific fruiters in containers.

Do I need two trees for pollination?

No. Most citrus trees are self-pollinating, so a single tree is all you need to produce fruit. Outdoors, bees and wind handle pollination. Indoors, you can help by gently shaking the branches when the tree is in bloom or transferring pollen between flowers with a small soft brush.

Are citrus trees safe for pets?

Citrus plants are considered mildly toxic to cats and dogs if the leaves or peels are chewed in large amounts. Most pets aren't tempted by them, but if you have a curious chewer, keep the tree out of reach.

How do I care for my citrus tree in winter?

If your tree is outdoors, bring it inside before nighttime temperatures drop below 50°F. Indoor light drops sharply in winter, so move your tree to your brightest window or add a grow light. Cut back on watering — the soil should dry more between waterings — and stop fertilizing until spring. Keep it away from cold drafts and heating vents.