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Lemon

Lemon is listed botanically as Citrus × limon. It may also be listed as Lemon-tree, Mandarin lime, Citron, Buddha's hand. Evergreen tree producing tart, aromatic yellow fruits. PlotPal's canonical care record lists full sun and moderate water needs. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Citrus and in the family Rutaceae. PlotPal currently carries Lemon as an outdoor growing and fruit reference. Recorded garden roles include food crop. Growing note: Can grow in containers. Feed regularly. Protect from frost. Self-fertile. Produces year-round in warm climates. Plant-health prevention note: Ensure good drainage, avoid overhead watering, choose resistant varieties Pest-prevention note: Monitor regularly, use horticultural oil, encourage beneficial insects The current reference lists an average harvest time of about 1095 days, where harvest timing applies. Common pests in the reference include Aphids, Scale insects, Citrus leafminer. Common plant-health issues in the reference include Citrus canker, Greening disease, Root rot. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.