Overview
Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) is a bushy conservatory greenhouse in the genus Citrus, part of the Rutaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, conservatory and greenhouse and edible fruit.
About
Citrus x limon 'Verna' (lemon 'Verna') is a bushy, evergreen cultivar of the Citrus genus, which comprises mainly evergreen shrubs and trees with simple, leathery, fragrant leaves and aromatic white or pink-tinged flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun with a sheltered, south- or west-facing aspect and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for patio and container planting as well as conservatories and greenhouses, 'Verna' produces sizable, juicy, edible fruits and is hardy to UK zone H2. Propagation can be achieved by semi-ripe cuttings, layering, or seed sowing at 16°C in spring.
About the genus
Citrus is a genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the family Rutaceae. Plants in the genus produce citrus fruits, such as citrons, mandarins, and pomelos. Many important citrus crops have been developed through extensive hybridization, including oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and limes, all of which have many cultivars.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Citrus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Fruit Edible, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Edible fruit
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F)
- Propagation
- Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering, Seed sowing at 16°C in spring
- Pest resistance
- Scale insects, Mealybugs, Glasshouse red spider mite
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F)?
Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) need?
Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) hardy in the UK?
Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F) has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Citrus x limon 'Verna' (F)?
Semi-ripe cuttings, Layering, Seed sowing at 16°C in spring.