Cincinnati, OH (Zone 6b) | January 2011 | positive
The 'Ponderosa' Lemon is in fact not a true Lemon.
It's thought to be a chance hybrid cross between a Citron and a True Lemon dati...Read Moreng back to the 1880's.
It does though come true to seed.
I inherited my Ponderosa from my Dad, who had it for 25 years. He raised it in a half barrel container when he lived in The Bronx, N...Read More.Y.It's not winter hardy, but does very well indoors by a sunny window. The fruit is OK but on the dry side. Should bloom in winter so that the fruit can grow to its full potential by the following winter. Fruit size can be as large as a grapefruit. Prone to scale bug infestation and spider mites. When in full bloom the aroma is exotically spicy. Can be grafted onto seed grown citrus plant. Graft must be relatively new growth (not older than a year).
My tree is shaped like a Bonsai (a rather large one) , is a pleasure to look at and fun to take care of. It most definitely is a conversation piece. For me, it holds many wonderful memories. Grow one, and start your own memories. Have fun!
The 'Ponderosa' Lemon is in fact not a true Lemon.
It's thought to be a chance hybrid cross between a Citron and a True Lemon dati...Read More
I inherited my Ponderosa from my Dad, who had it for 25 years. He raised it in a half barrel container when he lived in The Bronx, N...Read More