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 ...

Winter still has its grip on us but it's always summer inside when you grow citrus trees. Dwarf citrus trees take up little space but they produce full-size fruit. My dwarf Meyer lemon and dwarf ...

There's little as rewarding as eating homegrown fruit. The good news: Many varieties — like mulberry and lemon trees — don't require a large backyard to flourish. While it's true that some fruit trees ...

Even though it’s easier than ever to buy plants online, keeping them alive is still a challenge. So we’re digging up everything you need to care for every type of houseplant. Welcome to Plant Week. If ...

If you’re dreaming of a summer garden, but don’t quite know where to start, growing lemons is a surprisingly easy way to jump start summer’s green thumb. With their ability to grow in garden ...

Growing fruit trees indoors can transform even the coziest corners of your home into a verdant personal orchard. Even better, for impatient gardeners, there are a few fast-growing varieties that can ...

Even in the coldest months, some fruit trees can thrive year-round in a glass enclosure. Controlled environments like ...

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DEAR JOAN: I have been a gardener for many years now, and this is the first year I have seen this. My dwarf Meyer lemon tree, normally filled with lemons, has been attacked by what I think are rats.

Having your own lemon tree at home is often a luxury we assume is reserved for people who live in citrus-friendly locales, like sunny California or humid Florida. However, that doesn’t mean those in ...