Meyer lemons are juicy additions to the garden, but you do have to know how to prune them to optimize fruit production. Here's when and how to prune them.

Q: Our 3-year-old, 10-foot-tall 'Meyer' lemon trees are loaded with fruit. When and how should they be pruned?-- S.K., Trinity A: Generally, lemons require little pruning. The less you prune, the more ...

Prune lemon trees after all the fruit has been harvested, usually in late winter or early spring. Avoid pruning more than 30 percent of the tree to prevent it from going into shock. Use clean, sharp ...

What is a Meyer lemon tree? The first Meyer lemon tree (Citrus x meyeri) was introduced in China in 1908, and the variety we know today (which is less susceptible to viruses) came from the University ...

Learn the best techniques for trimming branches so your lemon tree thrives. Knowing when and how to prune a lemon tree correctly will help you get the most out of your plant. Though most citrus trees ...

Q: I have a productive 8-year-old Meyer lemon that's been in the ground for about two years. When and how can I transplant this tree to a more suitable location? R.C., Houston Dig a rootball with a ...

Days of daytime highs in the 50s, followed by a few days when temperatures dropped down to the low teens, were enough to fill Yakima’s night skies with gardeners’ dreams of escaping the freeze. Born ...

Meyer lemon trees can grow indoors or outdoors, but must be protected from frost and brought inside in cold climates. These trees need full sun, regular water, and well-draining soil to grow healthy ...