ORANGES & LEMONS

Citrus trees, particularly lemons, are among the most popular of all backyard fruits. This popularity is due to their heavy crops — which are known to be tasty, good for you and rich in vitamin C — as well as their adaptability to a wide range of climates.

Citrus are also evergreen, need little pruning and don’t require crosspollination so it’s possible to have just one tree and get lots of fruit.

In recent years citrus trees, much like our backyards, have become smaller and many are now grafted onto dwarfing rootstock. Even if your garden is restricted to a small sunny courtyard or balcony, it’s possible to enjoy a small citrus tree in a container where it will be both decorative