CITRUS Lemon ‘Yuzu’

Botanical Name: Citrus junos

Cultivar: ‘Yuzu’

Common Name: Japanese Yuzu Lemon

Height: 2-3M

Width: 2-3M

Foliage: Dark green aromatic leaves

Plant Use: Patio plant, fruit orchid

Light: Full sun

Soil: Well drained soil

Fertiliser: Fertilise with a specialised citrus mix

Watering: Deep watering when the top few centimeters of soil dry out.

Fruit Characteristics

• Flavor Profile: It features a sharp, tart, and acidic taste resembling a vibrant blend of lemon, grapefruit, and mandarin.
• Low Juice Yield: The flesh is relatively dry and contains numerous large seeds, yielding very little juice per fruit.
• Prized Zest: Because the fruit has minimal juice, it is primarily grown for its oily, flavor-packed outer rind.