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Looking to buy lemon plant for your garden, balcony, or greenhouse? You’re in the right place! Lemon plants bring a zesty touch to any New Zealand home, rewarding gardeners with fragrant blossoms, glossy leaves, and delicious fruit year-round. Whether you’re after a refreshing supply of lemons for recipes, the joy of home-grown citrus, or simply a vibrant ornamental feature, a lemon plant is a must-have. Find out what varieties suit your space, how to care for these productive plants, and why buying your lemon plant from a trusted nursery ensures you’ll enjoy healthy, fruitful trees.

Yellow 'Yen Ben' Lemons.

Lemon 'Yen Ben'

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The 'Yen Ben' Lemon is a high-quality lemon variety prized for its smooth skin, abundant juice, and tangy flavour. Popular with chefs and home cooks alike, it is ideal for cooking, drinks, preserves, and garnishes. The tree is vigorous, evergreen, and highly productive, with fragrant white blossoms in spring adding ornamental value.

From $29.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Citrus
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern
Thymus citriodorus 'Aurea' with fantastic yellow foliage growing over a wall.

Thymus citriodorus 'Aurea' (Citrus Thyme)

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Thymus citriodorus 'Aurea' is a beautiful golden leaved form of Lemon Thyme valued for its fragrant foliage, culinary uses, and ornamental appeal. The bright golden green leaves release a refreshing lemon scent when touched and provide year round colour in the garden. Small flowers appear during summer and attract bees and other beneficial insects.

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Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Herbs
Height: 20 cm
Spread: 40 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern
'Meyer' Lemon yellow fruit.
Lemon 'Meyer'

The 'Meyer' Lemon is a much-loved citrus variety known for its sweeter, less acidic flavour compared to standard lemons. The thin-skinned fruit is...

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Yellow 'Lemonade' Lemon fruit on a tree.
Lemon 'Lemonade'

The 'Lemonade' Lemon is a unique citrus variety producing sweet, refreshing fruit that can be eaten straight from the tree. Its flavour is...

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A Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' plant in a garden.
Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon'

Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' is an evergreen shrub often used instead of Buxus for hedges. It carries dense, upright branches that host small and...

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An elegant Dietes 'Lemon Drops' flower.
Dietes 'Lemon Drops'

Dietes 'Lemon Drops' is a variety of Iris that produces exquisite white flowers that have three distinct, yellow spots. These are made on slender...

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Nandina 'Lemon And Lime' plant in a garden with lush foliage.
Nandina 'Lemon and Lime'

The 'Lemon and Lime' Nandina is a compact, evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant lime-green foliage that adds year-round colour to New Zealand...

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Callistemon citrinus (Red Bottlebrush) shrub covered in elegant, red flowers.
Callistemon citrinus (Lemon Scented Bottlebrush)

Callistemon citrinus (Crimson Bottlebrush) is a classic Australian shrub widely loved in New Zealand for its brilliant crimson red flower spikes and...

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Agave americana 'Variegata' (Variegated Century Plant)

Agave americana 'Variegata' is a striking evergreen succulent valued for its bold architectural form and strongly variegated foliage. It forms a...

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A strong and studry planting spade.
Ace1 Planting Spade

The Ace 1 planting spade is a must for any gardener. This spade is designed so it can penetrate the ground easily without jarring the wrists in the...

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Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' plants in a cottage garden featuring orange flowers and lush green foliage.
Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a variety of the commonly known Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage...

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5 Litre Plant Pots

5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing larger shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and young trees. They provide generous root space to...

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3.5 Litre Plant Pots

3.5 Litre Plant Pots are a versatile choice for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other established plants. They provide generous root...

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2.5 Litre Plant Pots

2.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical option for growing shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide ample root...

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10 Litre Thermoformed Plant Pots

These lightweight pots are a cost effective means for growing on plants. They feature a strong and broad rim, have been UV stabilised for NZ...

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1.5 Litre Plant Pots

1.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young shrubs, perennials, grasses, herbs, and other developing plants. They provide useful...

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0.5 Litre Plant Pots

0.5 Litre Plant Pots are a practical choice for growing young plants, herbs, seedlings, and smaller ornamentals. Their compact size makes them ideal...

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Moss pole for plants.
Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' (ZZ ZZ Plant)

Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

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Fertiliser for acid loving plants

Fertiliser for acid loving plants provides targeted nutrition for plants that perform best in acidic soil conditions. It helps support healthy...

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Plant watering bottle for watering a plant on a shelf.
Plant Watering Bottle

Plant Watering Bottles provide a simple and convenient way to deliver water directly to indoor plants, seedlings, cuttings, and small container...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser

All potted plants require indoor plant fertiliser. This is particularly important as many nurseries only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last...

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Waterproof Paper Plant Tags

Waterproof Paper Plant Tags provide a practical way to label plants, trays, pots, and nursery stock while resisting moisture during everyday growing...

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Indoor Plant Fertiliser Tablets

Indoor plants require feeding from the time you get them home as nurseries typically only put enough fertiliser in the pots to last 4-8 weeks after...

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Native Plant Fertiliser

Native Plant Fertiliser is specially formulated to support healthy growth in a wide range of NZ native plants. It provides balanced nutrition to...

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Kniphofia 'Lemon Fizz' yellow flowers.
Kniphofia 'Lemon Fizz'

Kniphofia 'Lemon Fizz' is a lively perennial known for its vivid lemon-yellow flower spikes that bring fresh, cheerful colour to any New Zealand...

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A double grafted lemon tree with Meyer and Yen Ben fruit.
Lemon 'Meyer' and 'Yen Ben' (Double Grafted Lemon)

This double-grafted lemon tree offers a longer fruiting season and fruit from two popular varieties on the same plant. It typically grows to 2.5 m in...

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Gazania 'Lemon Tart' yellow flowers above olive-green foliage.
Gazania 'Lemon Tart'

Gazania 'Lemon Tart' is a dazzling, sun-loving perennial that produces vivid lemon-yellow blooms accented with a bold central ring. These cheerful...

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A Gazania 'Kiss Lemon' yellow flower admist lush, dark green foliage.
Gazania 'Kiss Lemon'

Gazania 'Kiss Lemon' bears large and showy, lemon-yellow flowers continuously through spring and summer. These are held above the lush, dark green...

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A Gazania 'Lemon Star' yellow flower.
Gazania 'Lemon Star'

Gazania 'Lemon Star' is a vibrant, low-growing perennial known for its bright lemon-yellow flowers with golden centres that shine through the warmer...

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A large 'Ponderosa' Lemon yellow fruit.
Lemon 'Ponderosa'

The 'Ponderosa' Lemon is a remarkable citrus variety known for producing exceptionally large lemons, often weighing over a kilogram each. The fruit...

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A 'Genoa' Lemon Tree bearing yellow fruit growing in a pot.
Lemon 'Genoa'

The 'Genoa' Lemon is a vigorous, heavy-cropping variety producing juicy, tangy lemons with a smooth yellow skin. Known for its reliable fruiting, it...

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Lemon 'Yen Ben'

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Why Buy Lemon Plant for Your Home

Lemon plants are cherished for their versatility and resilience—perfect for both beginner and experienced gardeners. When you buy lemon plant, you invest in:

Lemon plants thrive across much of New Zealand, preferring sunny spots with well-drained soil. With a little care and regular feeding, your lemon plant will produce fruit for years to come.

Popular Lemon Varieties to Buy

Choosing the right lemon plant is important for taste, yield, and growth habits. When you buy lemon plant, consider these sought-after varieties available at our nursery:

If you’re looking to complement your citrus collection with other bright garden features, consider the striking Kniphofia 'Lemon Fizz' for vibrant yellow blooms and architectural flair.

How to Buy Lemon Plant Online

Shopping for lemon plants online is simple and convenient, ensuring you select healthy, expertly grown specimens. We provide detailed care instructions and advice, so you enjoy a thriving lemon plant from day one. Browse our range, check availability, and buy lemon plant confidently knowing it will be delivered directly to your door.

Lemon Plant Care Tips

After you buy lemon plant, placing it in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-drained soil improves fruiting and reduces pest issues. Water regularly but avoid waterlogged conditions. Feed with a quality citrus fertiliser in spring and summer. Prune lightly to maintain shape and promote airflow. Protect from frost, especially in cooler regions. With proper care, your lemon plant will flourish and reward you with abundant fruit.

Ready to buy lemon plant? Discover the best varieties and expert support at our New Zealand nursery, and start enjoying the taste and beauty of home-grown lemons.

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