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When to Plant Lemon Tree in Schofield Barracks, Hawaii (96857)

Location

Schofield Barracks, Hawaii

ZIP Code

96857

USDA Zone

12a

Last Frost

Thursday, January 1, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Thursday, January 29, 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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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

Fennel

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Growing Lemon Tree in Zone 12a

Lemon Tree (Citrus limon) is a popular garden vegetable. In Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 12a, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, January 29, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, January 1, 2026. Lemon Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.