Meyer Lemon Tree
Your Plants are Guaranteed
Your Plants are Guaranteed
Your plants are guaranteed to arrive happy & healthy with our 1 Year Limited Warranty. Your order will arrive healthy and stay healthy while they adapt to your climate. If not, just call us at (704) 443-8256.
Free Shipping on All Orders
Free Shipping on All Orders
Free shipping on all orders. Your plants will ship out the next business day... expertly packed so that your plants will arrive happy and healthy!
How We Ship Your Plants
Ordering live plants online should feel exciting, not stressful! We only ship healthy, well-rooted trees and plants!
Beware- not all plant nurseries are the same! Others can cut corners to save money:
- We never ship bareroot plants
- We never cut roots to fit into a small box
- We always ship plants with healthy, developed roots so they establish faster at your home
- We focus on plant health first- not minimizing shipping costs
A strong root system is the foundation for long-term success, and we believe your plant should arrive ready to thrive- not struggling to recover from shortcuts.
How we Select Your Plants
Once you place your order, our nursery team selects your plant and inspects it to make sure it meets our quality standards. Every plant we ship is chosen for:
- Strong health and vibrant foliage
- A well-developed root system
- Correct sizing based on your order
We take pride in sending plants that are ready to succeed when they arrive at your home. We try our best to exceed your expectations!
Once your plants are selected, we give them a drink of water before their journey. Then, we wrap each plant's roots up in a plastic bag, so that they do not dry out during shipping.
Carefully Packed & Protected
Live plants can’t be packed like ordinary boxes, so we do it differently.
Your plant is carefully secured inside a strong shipping box to protect it while traveling. Packaging may include:
- Support materials for stability
- Protection around the pot and roots
- Reinforced boxing for added protection
For larger trees, we use oversize boxes designed to safely accommodate the size and structure of your plant during shipping.
Sometimes, you will receive multiple plants inside a box. This is helpful because it can evenly distribute the weight throughout the box, which helps keeps the plants safe and secure throughout delivery.
Fast & Reliable with FedEx
Most Nationwide Plants orders ship with FedEx. Over the years, we’ve found FedEx to be the best carrier for live plants, especially larger items, because:
- They deliver quickest across the country
- They are the most gentle with live plants
- Faster transit means less plant stress
Once your order ships, we will email you tracking information so you can follow your delivery from our nursery to your doorstep.
We ship Monday through Friday. Most orders ship the next business day, unless you request a custom shipping date.
Multiple Nursery Locations
We ship from multiple locations across the country, including both the East Coast and West Coast. This allows us to:
- Deliver faster in more regions
- Reduce time in transit for your plants
- Ship large items more efficiently
How We Measure Your Trees
We measure tree height from the soil line, not including the pot.
That means when you order a 5-6 ft. tree, you’re getting a tree that is 5-6 ft. tall above the soil, not “including the container.” This gives you a good idea of what to expect when your trees arrive, and what they will look like when they are in the ground.
After Your Plants Arrive
It’s completely normal for a plant to look slightly different after shipping. Your plant has been traveling in a box, so you may notice:
- Minor leaf drop
- Soil that shifted slightly in the pot
- Temporary drooping from being in a darker environment
In most cases, your plant perks up quickly once it’s unboxed, watered (if needed), and placed in the proper environment.
Unboxing Your Plants
When your plants arrive, we recommend:
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Open carefully (avoid cutting into foliage)
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Remove all packing materials
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Check soil moisture (If the soil feels dry, give it a thorough watering)
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Let the plant recover (Give it a little fresh air after shipping)
If you ever have questions or concerns, we’re happy to help!
Our 30-Day Plant Promise
We stand behind every order we ship with our 30-Day Plant Promise.
If your plant dies within 30 days of delivery, we will replace it or refund it. We’ve found that if there are ever issues, they typically show up in the first 30 days- so this guarantee gives our customers real peace of mind.
If anything doesn’t look right, contact us and we’ll help you troubleshoot quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you ship bare-root plants?
No. We ship in soil with an established root system for the best success after delivery.
How fast will my order ship?
Most orders ship the next business day, unless you request a custom ship date.
Will my plant survive shipping?
Yes. Plants are resilient when packed correctly and shipped quickly. Our process is designed to protect your plant throughout transit.
What if my plant arrives droopy?
This is usually temporary from being in a dark box. Unbox promptly, check moisture, and allow time to adjust. If you’re concerned, reach out—we’re here to help.
Want Bigger Plants?
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The Meyer Lemon Tree thrives in Zones 8-11 
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Meyer Lemon Tree. |
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| Your Growing Zone | ||
| Recommended Zones | 8-11 | |
| Mature Height | 5-10 ft. | |
| Mature Width | 3-4 ft. | |
| Ships To | Florida Residents Only | |
| Sunlight | Full Sun | |
| Botanical Name | Botanical Name: Citrus x meyeri 'Improved' | |
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The Meyer Lemon Tree thrives in Zones 8-11
If you live in the green area above, we recommend the Meyer Lemon Tree. |
|
| Your Growing Zone | |
| Recommended Zones | 8-11 |
| Mature Height | 5-10 ft. |
| Mature Width | 3-4 ft. |
| Cannot Ship To | Florida Residents Only |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Botanical Name | Botanical Name: Citrus x meyeri 'Improved' |
Description
Description
Improved Meyer Lemon Tree: Sweeter Than Any Lemon You Can Buy
This is the tree that finally makes "grow your own lemons" easy, even on a patio, a balcony, or a sunny windowsill. The Improved Meyer Lemon (Citrus x meyeri 'Improved') is a natural cross between a true lemon and a mandarin orange, so its fruit is rounder, deep golden, and noticeably sweeter and less sour than harsh grocery lemons. The skin is thin, smooth, and richly fragrant, so the whole fruit earns a spot in your kitchen. Taste one, and ordinary lemons will feel like a step down.
- Grafted & grown by citrus experts to ensure your success. Your tree arrives strong, true-to-type, and ready to fruit at home.
- Sweeter, more usable fruit. Lower acidity and a fragrant, edible peel give it a flavor chefs love and store lemons can't match.
- Perfect for pots and small spaces. Naturally compact, it's happy on a balcony, patio, or bright indoor room.
- "Improved" means disease-free. This certified virus-free selection is hardier and more productive than the original Meyer.
- Fruits while still young. Unlike most fruit trees, a healthy Meyer can set fruit in its first season or two.
A Flavor You Can't Buy at the Store
Grocery lemons are picked hard and sour, and true Meyers bruise too easily to ship well. Your own tree gives you the real thing. You pick a sweet, fragrant Meyer at its peak and use the whole fruit, juice and zest alike, in lemonade, vinaigrettes, roast chicken, and lemon bars. It's the gourmet lemon cooks pay a premium for, free off your own branch.
Big Harvests From a Tiny Footprint
You don't need a yard or an orchard to grow this lemon. It stays compact and thrives in a container, so a balcony corner or a sunny window is all it takes. And it starts fruiting young, so you're rewarded fast. Small space, real harvest, no waiting years to enjoy it.
Beauty and Scent All Year
The Meyer earns its keep even between harvests. Its glossy leaves stay green year-round, and its white, purple-tinged blossoms perfume the whole room each spring and fall. A healthy tree often flowers and fruits at the same time. So you get color, sweet scent, and fresh lemons from one easy plant.
Grown in a Citripot for a Stronger Tree
Your tree ships in a citripot, a tall, narrow container built to grow better roots. Ordinary pots make roots circle round and round until they choke the plant. The citripot stops that. It guides the roots to grow straight down and branch into a dense, healthy web instead of tangling.
Here's what that means for you. Stronger roots pull in water and food more easily, so your tree arrives sturdy and takes off faster once you plant it. You get healthier growth, greener leaves, more blossoms, and a plant that settles in with less fuss. It's the difference between a tree that struggles and one that thrives from day one.
For Florida Gardeners: Plant It Your Way
If you live in Florida, you get the best of both worlds. Plant this lemon in a warm, sunny spot in your yard, or keep it in a pot on the patio, whichever suits you. In the ground it grows full and heavy with fruit. In a container it stays tidy and easy to move if a rare cold snap rolls in. Either way, you get sweet, fragrant lemons right where you cook and relax.
Please Note: We Can Only Ship to Florida
Because of agricultural rules that protect citrus trees from pests and disease, we can only ship this Improved Meyer Lemon to customers inside Florida. If that's you, you're in luck, this tree was practically made for your climate. If you live outside Florida, we're sorry we can't send it your way just yet.
Don't Miss Out on Sweet Homegrown Lemons
A sweet, thin-skinned Meyer lemon is a treat you rarely find fresh in stores, and here's a tree that hands them to you at home. It ships fast, arrives healthy in its citripot, and comes backed by our guarantee. Every sour store lemon is a reminder of the sweet ones you could be picking yourself. Florida gardeners, order your Improved Meyer Lemon Tree today, before you wish you had.