Lemon Eureka Dwarf

• Native to Mediterranean regions, this dwarf variety was developed to bring full-sized lemon flavour to compact gardens and containers.
• Produces fragrant white flowers almost continuously, followed by classic yellow Eureka lemons with thin skin and high juice content.
• Grows to only 1-2 metres tall making it ideal for balconies, patios, and small Australian backyards.
• Self-pollinating variety that doesn't require another citrus tree to produce abundant fruit crops year-round.

• Water when top inch of soil is dry, typically twice weekly in summer and weekly in winter, ensuring good drainage.
• Provide full sun position with 6+ hours direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering and fruit development.
• Plant in well-draining citrus potting mix or sandy loam soil with pH between 6.0-7.5 for healthy growth.
• Feed monthly with citrus-specific fertiliser from spring through autumn, reduce to quarterly in winter months.
• Prune lightly after harvest to maintain shape and remove dead wood, avoid heavy pruning which reduces fruiting.
• Protect from frost and temperatures below 5°C by moving containers indoors or providing frost cloth coverage.

• Position in full sun for at least 6 hours daily, partial shade acceptable but reduces fruit production significantly.
• Water deeply when top inch of soil feels dry, increase frequency during hot Australian summers and flowering periods.
• Maintain humidity around potted plants by placing on pebble trays filled with water, especially important during winter indoors.
• Protect from frost and strong winds, move containers to sheltered spots during cold snaps below 5°C.

• Scale insects appear as small brown bumps on stems and leaves, treat with horticultural oil spray applied weekly until resolved.
• Citrus leaf miner creates silvery trails in leaves, prune affected foliage and apply neem oil during new growth periods.
• Root rot from overwatering causes yellowing leaves and stunted growth, improve drainage and reduce watering frequency.
• Aphids cluster on new growth causing leaf curl, spray off with water or use insecticidal soap weekly.