Zesty and Refreshing! Discover the Power of Lemons

Nutritional Value and Health Benefits of Lemons

Fresh Lemons

Nutritional Value (per 100g)

Vitamin C: 53mg (88% DV) – strengthens immunity and promotes skin health
Fiber: 2.8g (11% DV) – aids digestion
Calories: Only 29 – low-calorie citrus refreshment
Potassium: 138mg (4% DV) – supports heart and nerve function
Citric Acid: Natural acid that aids in kidney stone prevention

Health Benefits

✔ Boosts immune system and collagen production
✔ Aids digestion and detoxification
✔ Helps maintain pH balance in the body
✔ May support weight loss when added to warm water
✔ Fights free radicals with antioxidants

Lemon Tip: Drinking lemon water first thing in the morning is a popular wellness practice!

How to Grow Lemons

1

Choosing a Lemon Variety

Meyer: Sweet, thin-skinned, indoor-friendly
Eureka: Common supermarket variety
Lisbon: Larger tree, classic tart flavor

2

Planting from Seed or Sapling

Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with pH 5.5–6.5
Pot: Use containers with good drainage
Light: 8–12 hours of full sunlight daily

3

Watering & Fertilizing

Watering: Keep soil moist but not soggy
Fertilizer: Citrus-specific every 4–6 weeks

4

Pruning & Maintenance

Prune to maintain shape and airflow
Protect from frost in winter climates

5

Pollination & Flowering

Self-pollinating but may need hand-pollination indoors
Flowers have a strong fragrance and attract bees

6

Harvesting

Ready when skin turns bright yellow
Use pruning shears to avoid damaging branches

Pro Tip: Meyer lemons can be grown indoors year-round in pots!

Summary: Pick variety → Prepare soil → Care regularly → Harvest fresh lemons!

Lemon Tree Growing Guide

Learn to grow a lemon tree in your backyard or container!

Tasty Lemon Recipes

Delight in refreshing and tangy lemon-based dishes and drinks.

Click on the images for recipes bursting with citrus flavor!

Lemon Recipe Tutorials

Watch these videos to bring citrus sunshine into your kitchen.

Lemon Tart Recipe

Fresh Lemonade

Lemon Chicken

Lemon Cake