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New Zealand Lemonade Tree Information
About The New Zealand Lemonade Tree
Sip Straight from the Tree with New Zealand Lemonade Lemon
The New Zealand Lemonade Lemon is truly one of a kind. Unlike traditional lemons, this unique variety produces naturally sweet, low-acid fruit that can be enjoyed fresh right off the tree. With a refreshing flavor that tastes remarkably like lemonade, it's a favorite for snacking, drinks, and adding a sweet citrus twist to recipes.
This self-fertile citrus tree produces small to medium-sized fruit with few seeds and is a great choice for home gardens. It thrives outdoors in warm climates and also adapts well to container growing, making it easy to enjoy fresh citrus even in cooler regions. Simply move potted trees indoors before freezing temperatures arrive.
Why You'll Love the New Zealand Lemonade Lemon
- Naturally sweet, low-acid fruit with a refreshing lemonade-like flavor.
- Delicious eaten fresh—no sugar required.
- Produces small to medium-sized fruit with relatively few seeds.
- Self-fertile, so one tree is all you need for fruit production.
- Excellent for fresh eating, beverages, and recipes.
- Thrives in Zones 8–11; protect when temperatures fall below 32°F.
- Perfect for containers in Zones 4–7—bring indoors for winter to enjoy homegrown citrus year after year.
Bring home this refreshingly different citrus tree and enjoy lemonade-inspired flavor straight from your own backyard or patio.
Please note: This tree ships in a citra pot—a tall, narrow container that promotes vertical root growth and prevents root circling.
New Zealand Lemonade Tree Details
Mature Height:
6-8 ft.
Mature Width:
3-6 ft.
Sunlight:
Full Sun
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Harvest Time:
Winter to Spring
Botanical Name:
Citrus limon x reticulata
Grows Well In Zones:
8-11 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AL, AZ, FL, HI, TX
Watering Requirements
Sunlight Requirements
Humidity Requirements
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your New Zealand Lemonade Tree
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Includes expert-curated care tips to help your plant thrive far beyond the first 30 days.
Perfect For Gifting
No pricing or packing slips included with gifts! Just the plant and a note.
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