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Can You Grow Lemon Tree in Maryland?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Won't grow here

Lemon trees cannot survive your winters outdoors — but they thrive as container plants brought indoors.

Plant zones

9a–11b

Maryland last frost

early March

Maryland first frost

late November

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Lemon Tree

Lemon trees are popular container plants and can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm climates.

In cold zones grow in containers and bring indoors before frost. Keep near a sunny window or under grow lights. Water when top 2cm of soil is dry. Feed with citrus fertiliser in spring and summer.

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Gardening in Maryland

Maryland has a humid subtropical climate moderated by the Chesapeake Bay. Four distinct seasons with mild winters in most of the state. Long productive growing season.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Lemon Tree in Maryland?

Lemon trees cannot survive your winters outdoors — but they thrive as container plants brought indoors.

What zone is Maryland?

Maryland spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Lemon Trees in Maryland?

See the planting guide for Lemon Tree — timing depends on your exact frost date.