Lemon Meyer

Trimming: Trim Lemon ‘Meyer’ after fruiting, removing dead, damaged, crossing, or inward-growing branches to maintain an open, airy shape. Lightly thin crowded growth to improve airflow and make harvesting easier, but avoid heavy pruning.

Fertilising: Feed regularly through the growing season with a citrus fertiliser, following the label rate. Apply fertiliser around the drip line and water it in well. Avoid applying fertiliser directly against the trunk.

Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Once established, deep water during extended dry periods and while fruit is developing, as inconsistent watering can cause fruit drop or splitting.

Pest control: Watch for aphids, scale, whitefly, mealybug, mites, and citrus leaf miner. Signs include curled or distorted new growth, sticky honeydew, sooty mould, webbing, or silvery trails in young leaves. Treat with horticultural oil, insecticidal soap, or a suitable citrus spray, and remove badly affected growth if needed.

Disease management: Look out for root rot, citrus scab, sooty mould, and collar rot. Signs include yellowing leaves, poor vigour, leaf or fruit scabbing, black surface mould, or dark, soft bark near the base. Improve drainage, avoid overwatering, keep mulch clear of the trunk, prune for airflow, and use an appropriate copper-based spray or fungicide where suitable.

Enjoy complimentary delivery anywhere in mainland New Zealand when you purchase plants worth $250 or more*.

For orders below $250, the following flat-rate delivery charges are applicable:

• Urban delivery within mainland New Zealand: $19.95
• Rural delivery within mainland New Zealand: $39.95
• Waiheke, Chatham and Great Barrier Islands: Please contact us for shipping options. 

We aim to have all orders shipped within 14 days from the order date, unless a different shipping date is specified alongside a product.