Mini Lemon (Lyvia)
Out of stock
- Windowsill sized citrus trees producing juicy mini lemons
- Next day or named delivery just £6
- Delivered gift wrapped and boxed with a handwritten greeting card
Sorry these popular Lyvia lemons have sold out this week but we hope to have some more available soon. In the meantime we do have lots of other lovely citrus trees available for next day delivery.
These Lyvia lemons are part of the Limequat family (Citrus x floridana 'Eustis')and are always popular for their tasty fruit and compact habit. A cross between a regular lemon and a kumquat the fruit are oval in shape, but turn yellow when ripe. Each fruit is about a quarter of the size of a normal lemon and taste delicious making them a perfect for drinks and cocktails!
After a different variety or something bigger? We have a wide range of other lemon trees available too.
4.8/ 5
135 reviews
A lovely little tree. So much better than a bouquet of flowers which will fade and die.
It's healthy has adjusted well
Great lemon x kumquat hybrid. Was astonished that it came with around 10 fruits on it, however 2-3 of these dropped off while unwrapping the plant from the box as they must’ve been loose in transit. Lovely pale blue ceramic pot too, perfect for the windowsill. Can’t wait to watch them ripen as the year progresses! Bought for my mom for Mother’s Day who does not have a lot of space, so this windowsill plant is perfect, hopefully it will live for many years to come.
Beautiful little tree, so happy with the product
This was a gift. My friend was very appreciate, but I can't comment on the quality of the product itself as I didn't see it.
Beautiful plant and super quick, careful delivery.
Brilliant.
Wonderful plant.
Good looking product
Punctual delivery of a gorgeous plant; well done!
These instructions are sent with the plant gift
This little tree has both tasty fruit and fragrant flowers – sometimes both at once. It can bring pleasure for months, or even years, with the right care. It is a cross between a lemon and a kumquat. The fruit is smaller but tastes very similar to a lemon with a sweet edible rind and is great for flavouring cooked dishes or slicing in cold drinks.
Citrus trees need light and a south facing window or patio door is ideal, but chose the brightest spot you can find in your home. Do make sure it is well away from radiators, underfloor heating and draughts. In summer your tree will enjoy a sheltered patio but needs to come inside in the autumn when the temperatures start to drop.
Your little lemon tree will require watering once the top of the soil is dry, and the best way to check is by touch. Gently stick your finger 1cm into the soil and if it feels dry, the plant is ready for a drink. If still slightly damp check it again tomorrow.
When the soil is dry to the touch, remove the plant from its container, and place on a draining board. Water the soil heavily, using at least 1/2 L. It is important to allow all the excess water to drain away and so leave it for a good 30 minutes before placing it back in its normal bright position. The plant will gradually lose leaves if left to stand in water.
Citrus trees are very greedy and feeding them regularly with a specialist citrus feed will help your plant thrive and produce future flowers and fruit.
If you need to repot your plant, its best to do so in the spring in a free draining compost. As a rule, they flower in spring/ summer and fruits ripen in the winter.
Problem solving
Leaf drop is the most common problem with citrus and is usually due to over or under watering. A return to a regular watering routine should help your plant recover, but in severe cases it may be necessary to cut off any dead growth and be patient while it recovers. You can find out more watering advice and useful top tips for year round care here - https://plants4presents.co.uk/citrus-tree-care.
