Meyer Lemon Tree Soil Type - Ask Extension
Hello,
We've have a small, dwarf Meyer Lemon for years. We've now bought a Meyer to plant outside in a greenhouse type structure. We'll wait a year...
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Meyer Lemon Tree Soil Type #826982
Asked April 24, 2023, 3:15 PM EDT
Hello,
We've have a small, dwarf Meyer Lemon for years. We've now bought a Meyer to plant outside in a greenhouse type structure. We'll wait a year to plant it in the ground after it's more mature. It's about 3' from planter up right now and will let it get about 6' X 5' as an end goal. So... to up -plant it into a bigger pot, then eventually into the ground, what type of soil do they prefer?
Muchas Gracias
Lane County Oregon
Expert Response
Good drainage is key for lemon trees. Ideally, they need a loam or sandy loam soil, but can grow well in other soil types as long as there is good drainage. Heavy clay soil will hold lots of water and will likely cause issues, so avoid planting into a heavy clay soil. The optimal soil pH for a Meyer lemon is 5.5 to 6.5 (moderate to slightly acidic). You can find good information on growing citrus indoors, including ingredients for making your own potting mix, here.
