The Meyer Lemon is thought to be a hybrid lemon due to the fact that it’s less acidic than its other lemon variety counterparts. It’s a smaller tree, growing from 2.5-3m tall with a compact growth habit and it can produce multiple crops throughout the year when it’s mature and planted in ideal conditions. Additionally, the Meyer lemon is one of the most cold-tolerant lemons out there. While it doesn’t love the frost, it can handle the cooler winters of coastal NSW.
The fruit is medium sized and ripens to a lovely, deep golden yellow on the tree. Meyer’s tend to form a thinner, softer skin which makes them very easy to squeeze and juice, though it does reduce their shelf life, so it’s best to use them quickly after harvesting.
