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Citrus - Lemon Lisbon 40cm Evergreen Trees Direct

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

$210.00

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Size: 30cm/33cm

30cm/33cm 40cm/45L 50cm 90L/100L 150L

Current Stock Height Guides

30cm/33cm: Enquire within for height guide information.
40cm/45L: 1.9m – 2.2m Approx.

Height guide disclaimer: Height ranges are approximate only. As living products, plant heights naturally vary between individual plants, batches, and seasons. No guarantee is given that supplied plants will fall within the stated range. If minimum heights are required, you mustconfirm current batch heights with Evergreen Trees Direct prior to purchase. Variation in height is normal and is not grounds for return, refund, replacement, or compensation.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 6m (approx.)

Mature Width: 3m to 4.5m

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is expected to grow 40cm to 60cm per year (approx.).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

Citrus limon 'Lisbon' is the most productive lemon for the home garden, carrying heavy crops of classic thick-skinned juicy fruit with a main flush in winter and scattered fruit for much of the rest of the year. It is more cold and heat tolerant than Eureka or Meyer.

The Lisbon Lemon grows to 3 to 6 metres tall and 3 to 4.5 metres wide at 40 to 60 centimetres per year, and is easily held at 2 metres with annual pruning. Glossy evergreen foliage and fragrant white spring flowers make it ornamental enough to sit in a front garden rather than being hidden out the back.

Lisbon wants full sun, free-draining soil and regular feeding through the growing season. It is frost sensitive, so in cold districts plant it against a north-facing wall or grow it in a pot that can be moved to shelter over winter.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Lisbon Lemon

How big does a Lisbon Lemon tree grow?

Lisbon grows to 3 to 6 metres tall and 3 to 4.5 metres wide if left unpruned, and is easily held at 2 metres with annual trimming, which keeps fruit within reach.

When does Lisbon Lemon fruit?

The main crop ripens through winter, with scattered fruit produced across much of the rest of the year. Lisbon is one of the heaviest-cropping lemon varieties available.

How is Lisbon different from Eureka or Meyer?

Lisbon is more tolerant of both cold and heat than Eureka, and produces a true tart lemon unlike Meyer, which is a sweeter lemon and mandarin cross. Lisbon is also the heaviest cropper of the three.

Can a Lisbon Lemon be grown in a pot?

Yes. Use a large pot with premium citrus mix in full sun. Potted citrus need consistent watering and regular feeding, as nutrients leach quickly from containers.

Is Lisbon Lemon frost tolerant?

It is frost sensitive, particularly when young. In cold districts plant against a north-facing wall for reflected warmth, or grow it in a pot that can be sheltered through winter.

How should I feed a lemon tree?

Feed with a dedicated citrus fertiliser in early spring and again in late summer. Yellowing leaves usually indicate a nitrogen or trace element deficiency rather than a watering problem.

When should I prune a Lisbon Lemon?

Prune lightly after the main harvest, removing dead wood, crossing branches and any growth below the graft. Lemons fruit on new wood, so light annual pruning keeps cropping strong.

Enriched Planting Mix (AO Certified)

$21.95

Enriched Planting Mix is a certified organic blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent, bagged in 30L. It is built to be dug through existing garden soil at planting time rather than used on its own, and the gypsum is what sets it apart from a plain compost.

Gypsum helps break up heavy clay so water and roots can move through it, while the compost and manure return organic matter and nutrient to tired ground. The coarse bark holds structure and keeps air around the root zone, and the wetting agent keeps moisture in the soil longer after rain or watering.

Use it when planting trees, shrubs, roses, fruit trees and exotic garden plants, particularly into clay. Dig a hole twice the width of the pot and 7 centimetres deeper, then mix roughly one third planting mix through the excavated soil. Spread 7 centimetres of that improved soil in the base before setting the plant in.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Enriched Planting Mix

What is Enriched Planting Mix made from?

It is a blend of Pure Magic Compost, composted animal manure, gypsum, composted coarse bark and a wetting agent. Each part has a job. The compost and manure supply organic matter and nutrient, the gypsum works on clay structure, the bark keeps air around the roots and the wetting agent holds moisture in the soil.

What plants is it suitable for?

It suits exotic garden plants, including roses, ornamental and deciduous trees, fruit trees, shrubs and perennials, and it earns its keep most on heavy clay sites. It is a planting mix rather than a potting mix, so its job is improving soil at planting time. Phosphorus sensitive natives are the one clear exception.

Is it safe for natives?

No, not for the phosphorus sensitive ones. The composted animal manure in this blend lifts phosphorus well above what Proteaceae such as Banksia, Grevillea, Hakea and Protea will tolerate, and the result can be leaf burn, dieback and plant death. Use the Native Potting Mix for those species, or plant them into unimproved local soil.

Is it certified organic?

Yes. It is a certified organic product with no chemical additives, which is why the manure and compost in it are fully composted rather than raw. That makes it sound around fruit trees and vegetable beds, and it means you are adding genuine organic matter to your soil rather than a synthetic conditioner.

How much do I need?

Work on roughly one third planting mix to two thirds of the soil you dug out of the hole. For a shrub out of a 200 millimetre pot that is only a few litres. An advanced tree going into a large hole will take considerably more. Judge the quantity by the volume of the hole rather than the size of the plant.

Can I use it in pots?

It is not a potting mix and should not be used on its own in a container. The blend is designed to be diluted through garden soil, and used straight in a pot it holds too much water and settles badly. For containers, reach for a premium potting mix, or the native mix if you are potting natives.

Does it need to be watered in?

Yes. Water the plant well several hours before you plant it, then water thoroughly again once the hole is backfilled and the soil firmed down. That first deep watering settles the improved soil around the root ball and drives out air pockets. Keep the water up over the first few months while the roots establish.

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Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Shrubs
Plant in Pots (or) Suitable for Pots
Edible Garden

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' works in an:

Edible Garden – integrates fruit, herbs, and productive plants.
Mediterranean Style Garden – timeless courtyard look with stone, pots, and bold greenery.
Cottage Garden – romantic mix of flowers, colour, and texture.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Is Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' Evergreen or Deciduous?

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is an Evergreen (foliage year round) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 3m to 6m (approx.)

Mature Width: 3m to 4.5m

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is expected to grow 40cm to 60cm per year (approx.).

Growth Rate of Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is expected to grow 40cm to 60cm per year (approx.).

They are considered to have a:

Slow Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

Is Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' frost tolerant?

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is Frost Sensitive – May suffer damage from frost, best in frost-free or protected spots.

Does Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' Flower?

Citrus ‘Lisbon’ produces abundant clusters of fragrant white blossoms from spring through summer, with spot blooming at other times of the year. These highly scented flowers sit among the glossy evergreen foliage and lead to reliable, heavy fruiting.

Does Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Fragrant

Flower Colour:

White

Is Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' an Australian Native Tree?

No

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is Native to The cultivated lemon (Citrus × limon) is believed to have originated in northern India and China, later spreading through the Mediterranean. The ‘Lisbon’ variety was developed in Portugal and has become widely grown in Australia.

What is the Wildlife Value of Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' ?

Its fragrant flowers attract bees, hoverflies and other beneficial pollinators, while the dense evergreen canopy provides shelter for small birds. Fallen fruit and occasional pest insects also support a variety of wildlife, contributing to a biodiverse orchard environment.

How much Sunlight does Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' need?

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preferred Soil?

Citrus ‘Lisbon’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and prefers slightly acidic to neutral conditions. It struggles in heavy clay or poorly drained soil unless significantly improved with organic matter and coarse material to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then move to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures to support strong flowering, fruit set and evergreen health.

Is Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' Drought Tolerant?

Is Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Citrus ‘Lisbon’ develops moderate drought tolerance. It performs best with deep, occasional watering during extended dry periods and benefits from mulching to maintain soil moisture and fruit quality.

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How To Plant Your Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' is expected to grow 40cm to 60cm per year (approx.).

Slow Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon'

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Citrus - Lemon 'Lisbon' in Different Soil

Citrus performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions:

When is the best time to harvest? Harvest when lemons are fully yellow and slightly soft to the touch.
Can it be grown in pots? Yes, ensure adequate drainage and potting mix suited for citrus.