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When to Plant Lemon Tree in Camby, Indiana (46113)

Location

Camby, Indiana

ZIP Code

46113

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

๐Ÿ“… Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Monday, May 18, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Lemon Tree directly outdoors 4 weeks after your last frost date โ€” it needs warm soil.

๐ŸŒฟ 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)

โ˜€๏ธ 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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๐Ÿค Good Companions

MarigoldLavenderLemon Balm

โš ๏ธ Avoid Planting Near

Fennel
See the full companion planting guide for Lemon Tree โ†’

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Growing Lemon Tree in Zone 6a

Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) is a popular garden vegetable. In Camby, Indiana, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, May 18, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Lemon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.