Lemon (Buddha’s Hand)
$ 44.99
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- Description Buddha’s Hand is one of the most distinctive citrus trees you can grow, producing dramatic fingered fruit unlike anything else in the orchard. Long prized in Asia for its fragrance and symbolism, this citron is equally appreciated today for both its ornamental beauty and culinary uses. The fruit contains little to no juice and is grown almost entirely for its intensely aromatic peel. The fragrance is sweet, floral, and lemon-like—without bitterness—making it exceptional for zest, candying, infusions, and baking. When mature, a single fruit can perfume an entire room. The tree itself is attractive and upright, with glossy foliage and fragrant blossoms. Whether grown in the ground in mild climates or in containers elsewhere, Buddha’s Hand offers a rare combination of beauty, aroma, and usefulness. Overview Extraordinarily fragrant citron with fingered fruit. Grown for peel and aroma; contains little to no juice. Equally valued as an ornamental and culinary citrus. Large, showy fruit with strong visual appeal. Self-fertile. Growing Details Latin Name: Citrus medica var. sarcodactylisSite and Soil: Full sun; well-drained soilRootstock: 1-gallon trees on Flying Dragon; larger sizes on C-35Hardiness: Frost sensitive; mature trees may tolerate brief dips to approximately 30°F with protectionBearing 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 to early summerRipening Time: Fall to winterPollination Requirements: Self-fertilePests & Diseases: Similar to other citrus; good airflow and drainage reduce issues Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Buddha’s Hand is one of those citrus that earns its place even if you never juice it—the fragrance alone makes it unforgettable. Regional Insight: Best suited to mild-winter regions; container growing is ideal in cooler climates where winter protection is needed. Use note: The peel can be zested, candied, or infused whole into spirits and syrups.