Orange and Lemon Trees | Perfect Partners
Sweet and sour, an iconic combo!
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2 Patio Citrus Trees
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Orange and Lemon Trees
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In this collection, you’ll receive:
- 1 ‘Four Seasons’ Patio Lemon Tree in a 5L pot
- 1 Patio Sweet Orange Tree in a 3L pot
- Whether you love the refreshing sweetness of oranges, the mouth-puckering sourness of lemons, or both, there’s no denying that citrus trees add oodles of charm and character wherever they’re placed.
- Growing to a short ultimate height, these trees are perfect for container growing on patios, balconies and courtyard gardens, and can easily be moved inside in the colder winter months.
- Both of the varieties in this collection produce highly fragrant, snow white flowers and feature glossy, dark green foliage, adding incredible ornamental value alongside the wonderful fruit.
- Struggling for recipe inspiration? Eat your oranges fresh, juice them or make some Paddington-worthy marmalade. And as for your lemons? Well, you can’t go far wrong with a lemon meringue pie, dousing fresh pancakes with the juice or even candying the rind to use as a decoration on cakes.
- If you’re looking to replicate sunnier holiday climes – complete with a tall glass of lemonade and a book picked up at the airport – these trees are a great place to start.
What to expect
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, these Orange and Lemon Trees thrive in pots, which is highly recommended in the UK. Keeping them in containers allows you to easily move the plants indoors or into a greenhouse or conservatory when temperatures drop below 5°C during the colder months. Plant them in a specialist citrus compost and ensure the pots provide excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
How big does it get?
It typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 metres per tree, making it ideal for patio containers and conservatories.
How much sunlight does this need?
It thrives in full sun and needs at least 6 to 8 hours of bright light daily, meaning you should move it outdoors in summer and keep it in a bright, cool room (above 5°C) in winter.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
This citrus tree requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil, so you should use a specialist citrus compost or a mix of loam-based compost and bark.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water freely in summer but allow the top 2cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Use rainwater if possible. Reduce watering in winter.
Will this plant need pruning?
Minimal pruning required. Thin out crowded branches in spring to allow light into the centre and maintain a tidy shape.
How hardy is this plant?
Both the orange and lemon trees in this collection are tender (H1C) and will suffer damage if exposed to frost. They must be cultivated in containers and moved to a bright, frost-free indoor location during the UK winter to ensure their survival.
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Over 99% of our plants are grown in the UK, but where that’s not possible, Mike sources the best specialist growers in Europe for the job. Think citrus warmed by Sicilian sun, topiary trained by Dutch masters, almonds nourished in the Dordogne and bamboo bathed in Tuscan heat. Our handpicked growers nurture these plants to maturity before handing over to our team in the Cotswolds, to toughen them up for UK gardens.
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