Ponderosa lemons, sometimes called the “King of Lemons” or “Giant Citron,” are one of the largest citrus fruits. These lemons are thick-skinned and can measure up to 6 inches in diameter.
Ponderosa Lemon
Citrus Pyriformis
Ponderosa Lemon
Ponderosa lemons, sometimes called the “King of Lemons” or “Giant Citron,” are one of the largest citrus fruits. These lemons are thick-skinned and can measure up to 6 inches in diameter.
| Plant Type | Fruit, Tree |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 10 (30°F)Zone 11 (40°F)Zone 9 (20° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Winter |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Height | 12-14ft. |
| Spread | 5-10ft. |
| Spacing | 6-8ft. |
| Characteristics | Edible, Evergreen, Fragrant, Fruit & Berries, Great Foliage |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators |
| Maintenance | Average, High |
| Garden Uses | |
| Tolerance | Clay Soil, Heat |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
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