DESCRIPTION
Variegated Volkamer Lemon (Citrus volkameriana foliis variegatis) is a cold resistent Citrus variety in our collection.
PLANT
-Tree features: It’s a compact and thorny plant with a spherical shape.
-Leaves: Lanceolate, variegated in colours (Yellow, to green, to dark-green colours) leaves.
FRUIT
–Shape: This is a classic lemon in shape and size.
-Taste: It tastes a little bit acid but refreshing.
Seeds can be found inside.
-Colour: Fruit is variegated at first, with 3 different colours (Dark-green, green and yellow). Then it becomes light yellow when completely ripened.
Light yellow inside.
SEASON OF RIPENESS
Variegated Volkamer Lemon is a 4 season variety. It produces fruits during different seasons of the year.
It usually blooms during spring time, but flowers can be produced in other seasons too.
HOW TO USE IT
-In the Kitchen: You can squeeze it just like a lemon, adding it to fish and meat.
You can also zest it to give a special lemon flavour.
-Ornamental: Its colour is amazing, especially when there are fruits and flowers on it.
COLD RESISTENCE
According to our tests, in the Greenhouse, or in a covered area, it can resist to a temperature of -10°C.
This variety needs to be grown like a normal Lemon.
If you’d like to find out about how to maintain citrus, you can follow us on YouTube
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Shipping times
Orders are processed and handled directly by us.
During the high season (February–June), due to high demand, shipping might require between 7 and 15 business days from the order confirmation; in some cases, a few additional business days might be needed.
However, we would always strive to ship your order as quickly as possible.
If you have special requirements or need specific shipping times, we invite you to contact us: together we would find the best solution to meet your needs. -
Possible variations in shape and size
Plants may differ from the descriptions shown on the product pages. -
Care and cultivation practices
We personally carry out sowing, grafting, cutting, pruning, and repotting every year.
Each plant is a living being that grows in its own way and time, influenced by many factors. -
Seasonal variations
The characteristics shown on the website may vary depending on the season and the plant’s growth stage.
Thank you for your understanding and trust!
