Description Variegated Pink Lemon—often called Pink Lemonade Lemon—is a true lemon prized as much for its beauty as its fruit. Cream-and-green variegated leaves, pink new growth, and striped lemons make this one of the most visually distinctive citrus trees available. The fruit delivers classic lemon flavor and acidity, with pale pink flesh and a lightly striped rind while ripening. Beyond its looks, this variety is valued for reliable production and its ability to perform well in containers or warm-climate plantings. Overview True lemon with classic tart lemon flavor. Pink-tinged flesh and striped rind. Variegated foliage with ornamental appeal. Few seeds. Self-fertile. Growing Details Latin Name: Citrus limon ’Variegated Pink’Site and Soil: Full sun; well-drained soilRootstock: 1-gallon trees on Flying Dragon; larger sizes on C-35Hardiness: Best suited to USDA Zones 8–11; protect from freezing temperaturesBearing Age: Often fruits immediately; grafted trees may produce in their first seasonSize at Maturity:• Flying Dragon: Typically 6–8 ft tall and wide• C-35: Typically 10–12 ft tall and wideNote: Trees grown in containers remain smaller and are easily maintained with pruning.Bloom Time: Spring, with additional blooms possible in warm climatesRipening Time: Peak season late winter through early summerPollination Requirements: Self-fertileSeed Content: Few seedsPests & Diseases: Similar to other citrus; good airflow and drainage reduce issues Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Variegated Pink Lemon originated as a natural bud mutation of a Eureka lemon and is propagated as a chimera—this is why the leaves, rind, and flesh all show stable variegation and pink coloration. Regional Insight: Performs best in warm citrus climates; container growing allows success in cooler regions with winter protection. Explore more lemon and lime varieties in our collection: Limes & Lemons
