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When to Plant Lemon Tree in Argyle, Minnesota (56713)

Location

Argyle, Minnesota

ZIP Code

56713

USDA Zone

4a

Last Frost

Friday, May 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, June 12, 2026

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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Growing Lemon Tree in Zone 4a

Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) is a popular garden vegetable. In Argyle, Minnesota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, June 12, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, May 15, 2026. Lemon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.