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Can You Grow Lemon Tree in South Carolina?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Lemon trees thrive in containers brought indoors before frost — one of the best indoor fruit trees.
Plant zones
South Carolina last frost
South Carolina 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 South Carolina
South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Lemon Tree in South Carolina?
Lemon trees thrive in containers brought indoors before frost — one of the best indoor fruit trees.
What zone is South Carolina?
South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Lemon Trees in South Carolina?
See the planting guide for Lemon Tree — timing depends on your exact frost date.