
Improved Meyer Lemon (Citrus × meyeri): A Bright and Meaningful Tribute
Why You’ll Love the Meyer Lemon:
- Fragrant Blooms: Produces aromatic white blossoms that fill your space with a fresh, uplifting scent.
- Seasonal Fruit: Bears golden lemons with a sweet, tangy flavor.
- Compact Size: Grows well in containers, making it ideal for patios, sunrooms, or smaller spaces.
- Year-Round Beauty: Evergreen foliage keeps your tribute tree vibrant throughout the seasons.
Easy Care Tips:
Not a citrus expert? No worries. The Meyer Lemon is hardy, rewarding, and surprisingly easy to grow.
- Light: Prefers full sun; at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.
- Water: Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry; do not overwater.
- Soil: Best in well-draining, slightly acidic soil.
- Pruning: Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage airflow.
- Temperature: Thrives in USDA Zones 8–11; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 40°F.
What’s Not Included (But Helpful)
You’ll also need a few common items not included in the kit - such as:
- An additional bag of potting soil (for container planting)
- A saucer tray (for indoor or patio use)
- Gardening gloves, a watering can or hose
- A wheeled dolly for moving larger containers
Honor Your Loved One in a Way That Lives On
The Meyer Lemon offers more than just beauty - it gives back. Each blossom, leaf, and fruit becomes part of your loved one’s living legacy, a reminder of their joy and the sweetness they brought into your life. This tree creates a lasting memorial you can see, touch, and even taste - bringing comfort and meaning season after season.
Optional Cremation Use - The Treebute® Difference
For people wishing to incorporate cremation ashes, each Treebute Kit has the option to include Treebute® organic soil blend. This scientifically formulated mixture balances the naturally high pH and sodium levels in cremated remains, safely transforming them into a nourishing foundation for your tree. It’s a gentle, healing option if and when the time feels right.