Citrus limon Adamo - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Adamo - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Adamo
Lemon Tree
I received this vine-plant correctly packaged, however the leaves were pale green-yellow. Over time, the leaves continued to lighten and at the end of winter, the leaves are yellow and falling from the tree. I have doubts about the health of the received tree.
Vigie, 20/03/2022
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The 'Adamo' lemon is a very old Italian variety of the Femminello type, recently rediscovered and preserved through identical grafting to preserve its unique characteristics. 'Adamo' forms a moderately vigorous bush with an upright habit. It partially produces long-lasting elliptical fruits that are completely seedless, remaining on the tree even when fully ripe. Its moderately thick, grooved skin contains very juicy pale yellow flesh. Susceptible to cold temperatures below -4°C (24.8 °F), it is best grown in mild climate regions; elsewhere, it is preferably cultivated in a large container, wintered indoors in a greenhouse or conservatory.
The lemon tree, Citrus limon in Latin, is a relatively vigorous citrus tree that forms a small tree with a rounded habit, both ornamental and useful. It is one of the most cultivated citrus trees by amateur gardeners, due to its ease of cultivation, as well as its rapid growth and fruiting. The lemon tree indeed produces, from a young age, white flowers tinged with purple that give rise to these oval and yellow fruits when fully ripe, highly appreciated worldwide. Rich in vitamins, the lemon is considered a panacea by some prominent naturopaths. Hardy to approximately -7°C (19.4 °F), the lemon tree and its varieties are extensively grown in the ground throughout the Mediterranean region. It also performs very well in containers, overwintered elsewhere.
Lemon trees of the Femminello type are very common in Italy, especially in Sicily. There, they produce up to 6 harvests per year. Each harvest has a different name:
- Marzani, flowering in February-March and ripe fruits from January to March
- Invernali, flowering in March-April and ripe fruits from November to March
- Bianchetti, flowering in June-July and ripe fruits the following year from April to June
- Verdelli: flowering in July and ripe fruits the following year from July to September
- Primofiore: flowering in March and ripe fruits in September-October
- Bastardi: autumn flowering and ripe fruits in the following autumn
The Citrus limon is a small tree of the Rutaceae family, like all citrus trees. It is probably native to the southeastern Himalayas, Assam, and Northern Burma, and is believed to be the result of hybridisation between the Citron tree and the Bitter orange. Its habit is spreading, wider than tall. It can reach a height of 3 to 5 m (9 ft 10 in to 16 ft 5 in) when grown in the ground, but will remain smaller in a pot. The young branches are tinged with purple, then turn grey with age. It bears entire, ovate to lanceolate leaves, 5 to 10 cm (2 to 3.9 in) long and 3 to 4 cm (1.2 to 1.6 in) wide, dark green in colour. Flowering mainly occurs in spring, in May-June, but can also occur during the summer. The purple flower buds open into small star-shaped white flowers tinged with purple. Flowering is followed by the formation of oval fruits with a small rounded bump at the apex. They measure approximately 6cm (2.4 in) in diameter and 10cm (3.9 in) in length. Their thick green skin turns pale yellow when ripe. They are very rich in essential oils. The pulp, yellow-green, is very acidic and juicy, rich in citric acid, minerals, and vitamins C, A, and B but low in sugars.
Cultivated for its ornamental qualities as well as for its lemons, the Lemon tree is part of the culinary traditions of all regions of the world. Its use is widespread in savoury or sweet dishes and its juice is used in refreshing drinks or cocktails, as well as a condiment in sauces and carpaccios. The zest is often used to flavour pastries and desserts. In addition to its culinary importance, the lemon tree is also a medicinal plant whose therapeutic properties, used for centuries in traditional medicine, are now scientifically proven. The zest of the lemon, rich in essential oil, is widely used in aromatherapy and perfumery. Easy to preserve, this citrus fruit was once carried on sailing ships, providing a good source of vitamins to fight against scurvy. Lemon wood is used in cabinet-making.
Like all Citrus, the Citrus limon 'Adamo' contains pockets of essential oil in its leaves, flowers, and fruits, often visible to the naked eye, from which dermatological and cosmetic properties, toning and disinfecting properties are extracted by distillation (flowers and leaves) or by pressing (zest). The fragrance of the essential oil is described as fresh, pleasant, gentle, and lemony.
Most citrus trees thrive in the ground in Mediterranean coastal regions, where they can enjoy the necessary warmth throughout the year. Elsewhere, they will be grown in containers and stored indoors at the first sign of cold weather. Not very hardy, the Lemon tree begins to suffer from cold temperatures below -5°C (23 °F) and dies beyond -10°C (14 °F).
Flowering and pollination: The Lemon tree is a self-fertile bush, which means that a single individual is sufficient for complete pollination and fruiting. However, if your citrus tree remains indoors permanently, you will need to occasionally let the pollinators do their work or, if you feel delicate enough, perform hand pollination with a brush.
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Planting and care
Planting in open ground: Citrus trees appreciate slightly acidic and non-chalky soils, always fresh and fertile. The best time to plant is in early spring, in March and April. Start by watering the root ball to moisten it. Dig a hole four to five times the volume of the root ball. If your soil is chalky, improve it with ericaceous soil. If it is heavy and compact, lighten it with one third sand. Citrus trees do not appreciate chalky or poorly draining soils as they dislike having their roots in stagnant water. Be careful not to bury it too deep and then tamp down vigorously. Citrus trees are naturally greedy: in any case, consider improving the soil with well-rotted compost, humus or with "special citrus" fertiliser. Choose a sunny but not scorching location for your bush, sheltered from the wind to avoid drying out the foliage and away from any spray.
Pot planting: in all other regions, Citrus trees should be planted in pots stored in an orangery or cold greenhouse during winter and outdoors as soon as the frost is over. Planting and repotting should take place at the end of summer. Choose a pot slightly larger than the root system, as citrus trees do not appreciate feeling cramped. Moisten the root ball well. To increase the drainage capacity of the mix, line the bottom of the pot with clay pebbles. Loosen the root ball and mix two-thirds garden soil with one-third "special citrus" potting soil. Water generously. Lemons prefer containers made of breathable material or terracotta.
Citrus trees need a lot of water to thrive. Your Citrus tree, especially in an apartment, should be watered daily and the soil should remain moist at all times. Similarly, make sure to regularly provide it with the necessary fertiliser: every 6 months for slow-release granular fertiliser or every 3 waterings for liquid fertiliser.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.