Meyer Lemon Tree Instructions

Meyer Lemon Tree Planting instructions:

1. When you receive this plant, soak the roots in regular cold water for 3-5 hours in a bucket large enough to cover all the roots. Let the plant Revive itself.
2. Plant right away.
3. Protect plant roots: Don't expose roots to sun or air. Keep covered with wet burlap or a towel. If you don’t plant right away.
4. Plant tree in a 12-14 inch diameter pot 3-5 gallon pot with well-draining plastic or clay with a saucer beneath. Make sure the holes are big so the water can easily drain. You don’t want to drown your tree.
5. Use a commercial potting soil. Our choice is Peters or Miracle Grow 5lb bag for about $7 at Wal-Mart or at any local garden center.

Please go to http://www.meyerlemontree.com/instructions.html for Important details!!

Keep tree outside on warm sunny days 50-55. Bring inside when temperature fall below 32 degrees.

Water then let dry completely out before watering again. See website above.

Growing conditions may vary in different zones for more detail information feel free to e-mail us at lemontreemeyer@yahoo.com.

Transplant shock is quite common with bareroot mail-ordered plants. Do not be alarmed if some or all leaves drop shortly after your new tree is potted. If you follow our growing instructions, your tree will sprout new growth within a short period. Recovery may take longer during winter months.

What happens if my plants arrive damaged?

Nursery stock is perishable. All shipments should be immediately and carefully unpacked and inspected on arrival and then placed in proper storage if not planted within 30 days. Any problems with the condition or quality or quantity of goods received should be brought to our attention immediately. In the rare event that you should receive a package from one of our carriers that is obviously damaged in delivery, please report to the carrier the damaged package and refuse delivery, then call us to inform us of the problem, and we will promptly ship you a replacement order.