Himalayan Lemon Plant
Citrus limon, or Himalayan Lemon, is a hardy tree growing 4-6m, prefers well-drained loamy soil, full sun, and produces edible fruits with medicinal uses.
Habit
Tree
Height
10-20 ft
Growth
Medium
Soil
Well-drained loam
Shade
Full
Moisture
Moderate
Edible
Yes
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
Himalayas
Climatic Condition
Temperate, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
5-25°C
Humidity (%)
50-80
Potting media
Loam, compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
500-1500 g
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5-7.5
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
50-100 kg/tree
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
30+ years
Health Benefits
High in vitamin C, digestive aid
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% loam, 25% compost, 25% sand
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2-3 months with balanced fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Powdery Mildew, Citrus Canker, Aphids, Root Rot, Greening Disease.
White powdery spots on leaves, Raised lesions on fruit and leaves, Curling, Yellowing, wilting leaves, misshapen fruit.
Fungicides with myclobutanil, Fungicides containing copper, hydroxide Imidacloprid-based insecticides, Fungicides containing metalaxyl.