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When to Plant Lemon Tree in Clermont, Florida (34713)

Location

Clermont, Florida

ZIP Code

34713

USDA Zone

10a

Last Frost

Sunday, January 25, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, February 22, 2026

Based on last frost Sunday, January 25, 2026 · Zone 10a

Pro tip: Sow Lemon Tree directly outdoors 4 weeks after your last frost date — it needs warm soil.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Citrus limon
Days to Maturity 1095 days
Mature Height 60-120"
Spread 96"
Type Evergreen Tree
Fruit Size Medium (2-3 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (8+ hours)

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Water

Moderate (deep, infrequent watering)

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Spacing

120" apart

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🤝 Good Companions

MarigoldLavenderLemon Balm

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Fennel
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Full Companion Planting Guide for Lemon Tree

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🪴 Vegetative propagation

Propagate vegetatively, not by seed

Lemon seeds grow polyembryonic seedlings, many of which are true-to-type clones of the parent — worth trying.

Plant fresh seeds immediately — lemon seeds lose viability quickly when dried.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 0 plants of Lemon Tree. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Lemon Tree in Clermont, Florida? +

In Clermont (Zone 10a), direct sow Lemon Tree outdoors around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Clermont, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Clermont, Florida (ZIP 34713) is around Sunday, January 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10a.

How long does Lemon Tree take to grow? +

Lemon Tree typically matures in about 1095 days from direct sowing. In Clermont, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, February 22, 2026 plus 1095 days.

Should I start Lemon Tree indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Lemon Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Clermont, sow directly around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

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Growing Lemon Tree in Zone 10a

Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) is a popular garden vegetable. In Clermont, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, February 22, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, January 25, 2026. Lemon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.