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Harvey Lemon Tree (Citrus × limon 'Harvey')

Does not ship to Florida

The Harvey Lemon Tree is a hardy, cold-tolerant lemon variety known for its juicy, tangy fruit and reliable production. A favorite among home gardeners, this tree is perfect for those who want classic lemon flavor with a bit more resilience than more tender varieties like the Eureka or Lisbon.

Key Features:

• Foliage: Glossy, deep green leaves typical of lemon trees, with a dense, upright growth habit.

• Fruit: Medium to large lemons with smooth, yellow skin and juicy, acidic flesh—perfect for culinary use.

• Blooms: Fragrant white blossoms appear in spring and may bloom intermittently through the year in warmer regions.

Growing Conditions:

• USDA Zones: 8b–11

  • More cold-hardy than many other lemon varieties, the Harvey Lemon can withstand brief dips into the mid-20s °F when mature and well-established.

• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily).

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Cold Climate Growing Tips:

For gardeners in cooler climates (Zones 8a and below), the Harvey Lemon can still thrive with a little extra attention:

• Container Growing: Ideal for pots—use a well-draining citrus mix and a container with drainage holes.

• Winter Protection: Bring indoors or into a greenhouse when temperatures drop below 28°F (-2°C). Provide bright light and reduce watering during dormancy.

• Outdoor Use in Warm Seasons: Place outside in spring through fall for maximum sun exposure and pollination.

Uses & Benefits:

• Culinary Star: Excellent for juicing, cooking, baking, and preserving. Its tangy juice and zest are perfect for lemonades, dressings, marinades, and desserts.

• Reliable Producer: Known for heavy fruiting and consistent quality year after year.

• Fragrance & Pollinators: The blossoms are not only fragrant but also attract bees and other pollinators to your garden.

Shipping Height: 18-24 inches (not including pot)

Shipping Pot Size: Citrus pot (4 inches square x 13 inches deep)

Rootstock: Regular

Pollination: Self-pollinating

Years to Bear Fruit: 1-2

Harvest: Multiple

Seeds: few to none

Mature Tree Size: 10-12+ feet if planted in the ground

Light: Bright sun

Water: Medium 

Zone: 9-11 outdoors, Indoors everywhere

Shipping: This tree ships from our partner nursery in Georgia. Our owner Billy Murphy personally visited the nursery to approve and select these citrus trees to give you more variety. This tree will ship within the continental United States excluding FL, AZ, AL, CA, HI, LA, or TX (due to agricultural restrictions). Do you live in Florida? CLICK HERE for our trees that ship within Florida.