Meyer Lemon Tree Live Plant – 2–4" Tall – Citrus × meyeri

Meyer Lemon is a compact citrus tree valued for its fragrant foliage and lemon fruit. This listing includes 1 live Meyer Lemon starter tree measuring approximately 2–4 inches from the soil to the top of the leaves. The roots are shipped with soil rather than bare root because citrus does not ship well bare root.

The plant prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade and can be grown outdoors in suitable climates or indoors with adequate light. The supplied information lists USDA Zones 9–12 for year-round outdoor growing, with container growing recommended for colder climates.

Quantity: 1 live plant.
Shipping Height: Approx. 2–4 inches tall at time of shipping.
Root Condition: Roots shipped with soil; not bare root.
Country/Growing Location: Michigan-grown.
Seller Claim: Organic and non-GMO.

The seller states that the plant may experience shipping stress and recommends immediate removal from packaging and gradual acclimation to local conditions.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Approx. 2–4 inches tall at time of shipping.

Plant Condition Disclosure:

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Customer Notice:

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

If there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.

Claims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• 1 live Meyer Lemon starter tree
• Approx. 2–4 inches tall at time of shipping
• Roots shipped with soil rather than bare root
• Scientific name: Citrus × meyeri
• Full sun preferred; partial shade tolerated
• Suitable for containers and indoor growing
• Seller lists USDA Zones 9–12 for year-round outdoor growing
• Cold-sensitive citrus suited to container growing in colder climates
• Michigan-grown
• Seller describes plants as organic and non-GMO
• Seller states fruiting may typically begin in approximately 3–5 years

🧾 MATERIALS:
1 live Meyer Lemon starter tree, approximately 2–4 inches tall, shipped with soil around the roots

📋 ATTRIBUTES:
Common Name: Meyer Lemon
Scientific Name: Citrus × meyeri
Plant Type: Citrus fruit tree
Life Cycle: Perennial
Flower/Fruit Color: Lemon fruit; flower color not specified
Sunlight: Full sun preferred; partial shade tolerated
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil; tolerant of clay, sand, silt, and loam
Water: Water when soil dries
USDA Zone: 9–12
Plant Form: Live starter tree with soil around roots
Quantity: 1
Shipping Height: Approx. 2–4 inches tall at time of shipping
Growth Rate: Seller states approximately 1 foot per year
Indoor/Outdoor: Indoor & outdoor
Origin: Michigan-grown
Root Status: Soil-covered roots; not bare root
Seller Claims: Organic, non-GMO

❓ FAQ:

1. What USDA zones are suitable for Meyer Lemon?
The supplied listing states USDA Zones 9–12 for year-round outdoor growing. In colder areas, the seller recommends bringing container-grown trees indoors during the coldest part of the year.

2. How much sunlight does Meyer Lemon need?
Meyer Lemon prefers full light but can tolerate partial shade.

3. How much water does Meyer Lemon need?
The seller recommends watering when the soil dries and avoiding persistently waterlogged conditions.

4. What is the growth habit of Meyer Lemon?
It is a citrus tree with a relatively fast growth rate; the seller states approximately 1 foot of growth per year under suitable conditions.

5. Can Meyer Lemon be grown in a container?
Yes. Container growing is particularly useful in climates where outdoor temperatures become too cold for citrus.