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Can You Grow Lemon Tree in New Mexico?
US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a
Lemon trees cannot survive your winters outdoors — but they thrive as container plants brought indoors.
Plant zones
New Mexico last frost
New Mexico first frost
Days to harvest
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.
Gardening in New Mexico
New Mexico has an arid continental climate. Albuquerque is Zone 7a; Santa Fe is Zone 6b; southern desert areas are Zone 8a-9a. Low humidity means dramatic temperature swings.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lemon Tree in New Mexico?
Lemon trees cannot survive your winters outdoors — but they thrive as container plants brought indoors.
What zone is New Mexico?
New Mexico spans USDA Zone 7b (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 8a).
When do you plant Lemon Trees in New Mexico?
See the planting guide for Lemon Tree — timing depends on your exact frost date.