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Looking to buy lemon tree NZ? If so, you're in the right place. Growing lemons in New Zealand is a rewarding experience, offering an endless supply of fresh fruit for drinks, baking, preserves, and home cooking. Whether your garden is coastal, urban, or nestled in the countryside, a lemon tree thrives in our temperate climate, adding evergreen beauty and a zesty harvest. Our nursery offers a range of lemon varieties selected specifically for Kiwi gardens—each one renowned for its flavour, reliability, and performance. Discover how easy it is to buy lemon tree NZ online, find the ideal cultivar, and enjoy tips for successful planting and care.

Pittosporum eugenioides tree with lush, dark green foliage and cream-coloured flowers.

Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata)

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Pittosporum eugenioides, commonly known as Tarata or Lemonwood, is a fast-growing native New Zealand tree valued for its glossy green leaves and lemon-scented foliage. It can reach 10 metres tall and makes an excellent shelter tree or native hedge. In spring, it produces clusters of small, yellowish flowers that are attractive to insects. Tarata is hardy, tolerates wind and drought once established, and is an excellent choice for native plantings or revegetation projects.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Trees
Height: 12.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Hedging, Parks, Ponds, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Alpine, Coastal, Formal, Native, Riparian
'Meyer' Lemon yellow fruit.

Lemon 'Meyer'

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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 highly juicy and perfect for cooking, baking, drinks, and preserves. This compact evergreen tree has glossy green foliage, fragrant blossoms, and produces prolifically, often fruiting year-round in warmer areas. Hardy and easy to grow in most NZ climates, ‘Meyer’ Lemon is ideal for both gardens and containers, bringing beauty and productivity to any outdoor space.

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
Yellow 'Yen Ben' Lemons.
Lemon 'Yen Ben'

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...

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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 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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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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Lonicera 'Honey Hedge Lemon' yellow and green foliage.
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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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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Iris Maui Moonlight

“Maui Moonlight” is a colourful variety of Bearded Iris that features stunning, lemon-yellow flowers. The showy blooms are borne on sturdy stems from...

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Melia azedarach (Bead Tree)

Melia azedarach, commonly known as Bead Tree, White Cedar or Persian Lilac, is a fast-growing deciduous tree admired for its feathery foliage and...

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Myoporum laetum (Ngaio) tree with lush foliage and white flowers growing in a coastal location.
Myoporum laetum (Ngaio)

Myoporum laetum, commonly known as Ngaio, is a NZ native tree grown for its lush foliage and showy flowers. It features large, fleshy, green leaves...

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Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King (Rowan Tree NZ)

Sorbus aucuparia Scarlet King is a variety of the commonly known, Mountain Ash, and is a small-sized, deciduous with impressive characteristics...

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Magnolia liliiflora Nigra (Magnolia Tree Nigra)

Magnolia liliiflora Nigra, commonly known as Black Lily, is a stunning tree that bears masses of large and showy, purple flowers from late winter...

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Metrosideros excelsa (Pohutukawa) specimen tree with masses of red flowers in a coastal location.
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Metrosideros excelsa, commonly known as Pōhutukawa or the New Zealand Christmas Tree, is a coastal evergreen renowned for its brilliant red flowers...

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Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree)

Cedrela sinensis 'Flamingo' (Toon Tree) is a spectacular deciduous tree prized for its striking flushes of vibrant pink foliage that mature through...

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Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu) tree juvenile foliage.
Dacrydium cupressinum (Rimu Tree)

Dacrydium cupressinum, commonly known as Rimu or Red Pine, is an iconic and slow-growing tree. The juvenile form features drooping branches densely...

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Acer platanoides Princeton Gold (Princeton Gold Maple Tree)

Acer platanoides Princeton Gold is a variety of the commonly known, Plane-Leaved Maple, and is a medium sized tree with fantastic foliage. The leaves...

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Magnolia Deryk (Magnolia Tree Deryk)

Magnolia Deryk is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, dark red-purple flowers from late winter until early spring. The flowers are...

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Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' trees with yellow foliage in autumn.
Liriodendron tulipifera 'Fastigiata' (Tulip Tree)

Liriodendron tulipifera fastigiata, also known as the Upright Tulip Tree, is a stunning deciduous tree admired for its narrow, columnar form. It...

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Magnolia Margaret Helen (Magnolia Tree Margaret Helen)

Magnolia Margaret Helen is a deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, rose-pink flowers through late winter and early spring. These are...

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Phyllocladus trichomanoides lush green foliage.
Phyllocladus trichomanoides (Celery Pine)

Phyllocladus trichomanoides, commonly called Celery Pine, is a striking New Zealand native tree valued for its unique, celery like foliage and tall...

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Tree Guards (Tree Guards)

Our tree guards and plant shelters are bio-degradable products that are perfect for using in riparian areas and other exposed positions. They are...

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Magnolia Strawberry Fields (Strawberry Fields Magnolia Tree)

Magnolia Strawberry Fields is a stunning deciduous tree that bears masses of large and showy, semi-double, deep red flowers through late winter and...

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Pear Doyenne du Comice (Comice Pear Tree)

The Comice pear tree (Pyrus communis Doyenne du Comice) is regarded as having the best flavour of all the pear varieties. It bears green skinned...

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Ulmus Lobel (Dutch Elm Tree)

Ulmus Lobel is a variety of Dutch Elm tree grown for its colourful foliage and narrow form. The leaves emerge a fresh green colour in spring, age to...

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Libertia grandiflora plant with elegant white flowers and lush, dark green foliage.
Libertia grandiflora (NZ Iris)

Libertia grandiflora, commonly known as NZ Iris, is a hardy New Zealand native perennial admired for its elegant white flowers and sword like green...

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Tree Fertiliser (Tree Fertiliser)

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Jute Tree Tie

The Jute Tree Tie is non-abrasive and very popular because it wont cause tree damage. The 50 mm wide fabric is heavy duty and designed to support...

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A large Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa tree).
Beilschmiedia tawa (Tawa Tree)

Beilschmiedia tawa, commonly known as the Tawa Tree, is a tall and graceful evergreen native to New Zealand. It is admired for its straight trunk...

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Cloth Tree Tie

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Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata)

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Why Buy a Lemon Tree in New Zealand?

Lemon trees are a must-have for New Zealand gardeners. They are remarkably hardy, tolerant of light frosts, and perform well in containers or planted directly in the ground. The glossy foliage and fragrant blossoms attract beneficial pollinators, while the fruit is perfect for year-round culinary use. Adding a lemon tree to your home is an investment in health and sustainability, reducing reliance on store-bought citrus and giving your kitchen a regular dose of vitamin C.

Our Top Lemon Varieties

When you buy lemon tree NZ from our nursery, you can choose from several proven cultivars suited to varying tastes and local conditions. For gardeners seeking traditional flavour and robust performance, Lemon 'Genoa' is a popular choice, offering large, juicy lemons and disease resistance. If you prefer a sweeter, less acidic fruit that flowers and fruits almost year-round, the Lemon 'Meyer' is a Kiwi favourite for patio pots and smaller gardens.

Looking for lemons with exceptionally high juice content? Lemon 'Yen Ben' is favoured by chefs and home cooks alike—its fruit is thin-skinned and perfect for fresh juice, marmalade, and zest.

How to Grow Lemon Trees in NZ

Plant your lemon tree in a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining soil. Coastal gardens and frost-prone regions can protect young plants with windbreaks or mulch. Regular feeding with a specialist citrus fertiliser keeps your lemon tree productive and healthy. Potted lemons should be placed in frost-free positions and watered consistently, particularly during flowering and fruiting.

Pruning is straightforward—remove dead wood, shape the canopy to encourage airflow, and thin excess fruit for the best harvests. With care, your lemon tree will thrive for decades, providing shade, fragrance, and a steady supply of fruit.

Complementary Plants for Your Garden

Enhance your garden ecosystem with companion planting and contrasting foliage. Pairing a lemon tree with hardy natives like Pittosporum eugenioides (Tarata) provides wind shelter and structure. Consider adding drought-tolerant succulents such as Crassula ovata (Money Tree) around your citrus for an attractive, low-maintenance border.

Shop Lemon Trees Online

Ready to buy lemon tree NZ? Browse our curated selection, secure your preferred variety, and enjoy prompt nationwide shipping from our expert nursery team. With the right lemon tree in your garden, you’ll harvest fresh fruit for years while enjoying the beauty and scent that only citrus brings to a Kiwi landscape.


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