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When to Plant Lemon Tree in Hallock, Minnesota (56728)

Location

Hallock, Minnesota

ZIP Code

56728

USDA Zone

3b

Last Frost

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, June 17, 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 3b

Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hallock, Minnesota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 3b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

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