Citrus limon Cerza - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Cerza - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Cerza - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Cerza - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Cerza - Lemon Tree
Citrus limon Cerza
Lemon Tree
The tree appears to be in good health despite 4 days of confinement in the package. However, the senna floribunda cassia that was on the same journey has perished.
FABRICE, 10/07/2020
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The Cerza lemon’s name comes from the small Sicilian hamlet where it was discovered in 1987. This variety is still very rare but is very productive. It forms an upright tree with deep green foliage. Its branches are lined with thorns and the young shoots, as well as the flowers, are delicately tinted with purple. The beautiful oval fruits, bright yellow when ripe, are medium-sized and can be harvested from late November. Their juicy flesh is very acidic and does not contain any seeds. Sensitive to cold temperatures below -4°C (24.8 °F), it is only suitable for outdoor cultivation in mild climates; elsewhere, it is best grown in a large container, overwintered in a frost-free greenhouse or conservatory.
The lemon tree, Citrus limon in Latin, is a relatively vigorous citrus tree that forms a small tree with a rounded, spreading habit that is both ornamental and useful. It is one of the most commonly cultivated citrus trees by amateur gardeners, due to its ease of cultivation, as well as its rapid growth and fruiting. The lemon tree produces, from a young age, white flowers tinged with purple that give rise to its oval and yellow fruits when ripe, which are highly appreciated worldwide. Rich in vitamins, lemons are considered a panacea by some eminent naturopaths. Hardy to approximately -7°C (19.4 °F), lemon trees and their varieties are extensively grown in open ground throughout the Mediterranean. They also perform well in pots, to be overwintered in other areas.
The Citrus limon is a small tree from the Rutaceae family, like all citrus trees. It is probably native to the southeastern Himalayas, Assam, and Northern Myanmar, and is believed to be a hybrid between the Citron tree and the Bitter orange tree. The habit of the Citrus limon ‘Cerza’ is upright, taller than wide. It can reach a height of 3 to 5 m (9 ft 10 in to 16 ft 5 in) when grown in open ground, but will remain smaller when grown in a container. The young branches are tinged with purple, then they become more grey with age. The oval 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, are dark green. Flowering mainly takes place in spring, May-June, but can also occur during the summer. The purple flower buds open into small star-shaped white flowers tinged with purple. The flowering is followed by the formation of oval fruits with a small rounded bump at the apex. They measure about 6 cm (2.4 in) in diameter and 10 cm (3.9 in) in length. Their thick green skin becomes rather pale yellow when ripe. They are very rich in essential oils. The yellow-green pulp 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 iIts 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 importance in food, 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, which is very rich in essential oil, is widely used in aromatherapy and perfumery. Easy to store, this citrus fruit was once loaded onto 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 ‘Cerza’ contains essential oil pockets in its leaves, flowers, and fruits, which are often visible to the naked eye. These essential oils are extracted by distillation (flowers and leaves) or by pressing (zest) and have dermatological and cosmetic, toning, and disinfectant properties. The fragrance of the essential oil is described as fresh, pleasant, and lemony.
Most citrus trees thrive in open ground in Mediterranean coastal regions where they find the necessary heat all year round. Elsewhere, they will be grown in pots and stored indoors as soon as the first cold weather arrives. Not very hardy, the Lemon tree starts to suffer from the cold as soon as it reaches -5°C (23 °F) and dies at temperatures below -10°C (14 °F).
Flowering and pollination: The Lemon tree is a self-fertile shrub, 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 allow pollinators to work or, if you feel delicate enough, perform hand pollination with a brush.
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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.