Hybrid Meyer Lemon Farming & Where To Buy Seedlings In Kenya

Meyer Lemon: Lemons are a worldwide fruit that have actually made massive impacts worldwide through its large health and wellness benefits. According to records, the worldwide lemon andlime production total up to over 17.22 million metric bunches annual, with Argentina being the world’s leading producer of lemons.

Nigeria is the leading citrus-producing nation in Africa, with a yearly development price of around 3.3% and a teaming lemon market with millions of buyers. As a result, the lemon (a citrus crop) farming business in the country continues to grow.

In Kenya, lemon farming has in the recent years taken shape, farmers in Eastern region have been in the fourfront on production of this citrus fruit

On this article we highlight on a hybrid lemon variety that is little known but fetches high on our shelves. The Meyer Lemon fruit can be bought on local supermarkets like Naivas, Cleanshelf, Carrefour and others. Its one of the most expensive variety of lemon. We have also highlighted on Variegated Pink Lemon Variety on our previous article.

How to start hybrid Mayer Lemon Farming In Kenya

This kind of lemon is a crossbreed in between lemon and also chinese; it has its beginnings from China. It grows between 6 to 10 feet making it one of the tiniest lemon trees.

The fruit of this tree resembles lime when young, rounder than real lemons and also with a lime eco-friendly skin. As the Mayer lemon ripens, it takes on the normal yellow shade, with a solid scent as well as thin skin. These lemons have an extra subtle flavour than the Eureka or Lisbon lemons, which are extensively offered in supermarket. Instead, they have a sweeter taste, with dark yellow flesh as well as typically around 10 seeds.

The Meyer lemon tree can bearing fruit from simply 2 years old when implanted or from 4 years old when grown from seed. The blossoms it generates are white as well as purple, with an extremely extreme scent

Here in Kenya, grafted mayer lemon plants are preferred, grafting is normally done from normal lemon rootstock. This is because of the short lifespan it takes to start production, tolerance to climatic conditions and soil type.

Before Meyer lemon trees are planted, the land must be thoroughly plowed, leveled, and trenched so as to prevent water build up in the orchard. The trees must then be planted approximately 6 meters apart from one another, in order to provide space for the tree when it reaches maturity

Since Meyer lemons grow in warm climates, they have no dormant season. Lemons need to be harvested three times a year when the crop has reached the perfect stage of sweetness and acidity. Because of the delicacy of the tree and its fruit, all lemon harvesting has to be done by hand

Step By Step Guide On How To Grow Meyer Lemons In Kenya

1). Plant Variety & Seedlings:

The primary step is to identify which selection of lemon you intend to plant. On this article, we are highlighting on Hybrid Meyer Lemon, its easy to grow and have ready market. Seedlings can be obtained at Farmers Trend nurseries in Nairobi and Muranga by contacting 0724-559286 or 0790509684.

Check an article on VARIEGATED (EUREKA) PINK LEMON FARMING IN KENYA

Hybrid Meyer Lemon Seedlings at Farmers Trend Nursery In Muranga

2). Site Choice & Land Prep Work:

While meyer lemon trees can grow in nearly any soil kind with good drainage, they grow best in fertile or sandy loam soil. Meyer Lemons additionally choose soil pH degrees in between 5.5 and also 6.5.

Foreign plan matter need to first be removed from the farmland, after which the land must be tilled to assist plant growth, avoid unneeded plant competitors, as well as blockage.

Citrus trees flourish on well-drained soils. For that reason you must stay clear of water-logged areas. While some water-logged areas are aesthetically evident, others are not.

However prior to the meyer lemons are planted on the farmland, they must initially be planted in a pots as seedlings.

4). Growing Mayer Lemon:

Mayer Lemon trees need to be grown in a warm and wind-protected setting.

1. First dampen the Soil in a pot so that it is damp
2. Cut open up the lemon and bring out a seed.
3. While the seed is still wet, plant it in the soil regarding half an inch deep.
4. Guarantee you grown in a warm, warm location.
5. Water sometimes and do not permit the soil to dry out.
6. When 2 weeks have actually passed and the growing emerges, If you require to get more light for your lemon plant to supplement the sun’s light.
7. Deal with the plant to ensure it is not raved by insects or diseases.
8. When the plant has outgrown get Meyer Lemon scions from a mature tree for grafting.
9. Wait for 3-6 weeks for grafting to heal and outgrow
10. Transplant a grown up plant on the farmland itself.

5) Harvesting Meyer Lemon:

Meyer Lemons are ready for harvest. when they are firm and yellow or yellow-green in look. The fruit will normally be between 2 to 3 inches in dimension. So it’s constantly best to wait till they are the ideal dimension as well as are entirely yellow.

Important points to note growing Meyer Lemons In Kenya

Meyer lemon farming in Kenya is not a get rich quick agribusiness investment. The meyer lemon tree takes between 2 to 3 years to attain maturation and fruiting. You need to take proper care of the lemon before maturation. There are certain diseases that attack citrus trees of which lemon is part of.

Some of the diseases that attack lemon trees include citrus canker that causes lesions on the fruits. The citrus mold is also responsible for the blackening and wilting of the leaves. Citrus tristeza causes stunted growth on the meyer lemon plants.

For grafted ready to plant meyer lemon seedlings in Kenya, contact us via 0724-559286 or 0790-509684. The seedlings range from 600-1500Kshs. Our nurseries are based in Nairobi and Muranga though deliveries are also arranged