LEMON Citrus limon . Rutaceae.
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  Grow one from a pip.
One of the most beautiful scents in the world..
 
Annual/biennial/Perennial Evergreen
Appearance Fragrant white flowers with waxy, dark green leaves.
Height 16ft/5m
Growing Position Greenhouse or indoors for the winter and full sun outside in the summer.
Fertiliser Light organic.
Propagation & soil Grow from a pip or buy a plant from a specialist grower. Rich soil and sand combined.
Spring Once all threat of frosts has passed your lemon tree can go outside for the summer where it will thrive.
Summer If the plant is in a pot be sure to water frequently, especially terracotta pots as they dry out very quickly.
Autumn Early September place inside.
Winter Treat as any houseplant. Go to our large housplant section for lots of useful information. .
Use The fruit and leaves.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary Aromatic, Medicinal and Culinary
Areas of help Cool and cleanse the blood, fevers, toothache and eczema.
Storage Use fresh.
Specific Use
  • Mouthwash for toothache, use raw juice
  • Flavouring roasts, jellies, jams, drinks, and cakes.
  • Put flowers and leaves in water to keep it fresh on a picnic.
  • Lemon juice and honey for treating cold symptoms. Lemon helps to expel mucus.
  • Add lemon juice to a glass of water to aid digestion
Recipe
Large doses can be harmful.
Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK.

Juice of half a lemon in water each morning to break the nights fast.
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