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Lisbon Lemon Trees for Sale
Citrus made easy for growers, nurseries, and distributors
The Lisbon lemon tree is a category of lemons that represents one of the most widely planted and productive groups of lemon varieties. Recognized for its vigorous growth, abundant harvests, and classic tart fruit, the Lisbon group is the backbone of most citrus industries worldwide.
Known for its ability to thrive in diverse climates, the Lisbon lemon tree consistently produces medium to large lemons with bright yellow rinds, juicy interiors with just a few seeds, and the bold acidity that makes them essential in kitchens around the world. These qualities have made Lisbon lemon trees a staple for commercial citrus orchards as well as home gardens, since they are reliable, hardy, and versatile. Whether the fruit is destined for fresh eating, juicing, or culinary use, the Lisbon lemon tree delivers the authentic flavor people expect from a true lemon.
Lisbon Lemon Trees Your Way
From seed to container-ready.
How Our Lisbon Lemon Trees Are Different
When purchasing Gillette navel orange trees from TreeSource, growers receive clean-propagated, true-to-type material from verified budwood sources. We emphasize uniformity, strong root development, and early structure so trees establish quickly and grow evenly. Shipping is handled in heavy-duty palletized triwall containers designed to secure pots and protect canopies, ensuring trees arrive healthy, stable, and ready to plant.
For orchardists and collectors seeking a classic California navel with heirloom pedigree, the Gillette orange offers a balanced, true-navel eating experience and a reliable mid-season harvest window. Whether planted in commercial rows, boutique groves, or heritage blocks, Gillette connects growers to the foundational era of California citrus — supported today by TreeSource’s clean stock program and professional handling to ensure healthy establishment and long-term success.
Lisbon Lemon Tree FAQs
What can you tell me about dwarf Lisbon lemon trees compared to full-size trees?
Lisbon lemons are very vigorous and are difficult to dwarf. However, dwarf Lisbon lemon trees offer the same fruit quality and productivity as full-size trees but in a smaller, more manageable form. A standard Lisbon lemon tree can reach 15 to 20 feet, while a dwarf Lisbon lemon tree typically stays around 8 to 12 feet and can be kept even smaller in containers.
Both produce medium to large, bright yellow lemons with classic tart flavor and high juice content, and both yield two main crops a year. The main advantage of the dwarf tree is convenience: it’s easier to prune, fertilize, and harvest, and it adapts well to container growing, making it ideal for patios or regions where citrus must be moved indoors during cold weather. Full-size trees are better suited to in-ground planting with room to spread, while dwarfs give home gardeners the same fruiting power in a compact, accessible package.
We're located in a cold-weather region. How do you protect your Lisbon lemon trees during transport to prevent cold-related damage?
TreeSource observes the national weather forecasts and doesn’t ship if the trees could be damaged during shipment. We also insulate the boxes in the winter months as an added precaution. The key is good communication with the receiver to avoid damage to the trees in shipment.
Why choose Lisbon lemons over other varieties?
Lisbon lemons combine reliability, resilience, and classic lemon flavor. They are highly productive trees, often bearing two crops a year, with a heavy harvest in winter and a lighter one in summer. The fruit itself is medium to large, with a bright yellow rind, high juice content, and bold acidity that makes it ideal for cooking, baking, juicing, and fresh use. Compared to some other lemon varieties, Lisbon lemon trees are hardier in hot, windy, and dry conditions, and their dense canopy naturally shields fruit from sunburn. While Lisbon trees do have thorns, they remain a favorite among commercial growers and home gardeners because of their adaptability, vigor, and ability to produce consistently heavy crops of high-quality fruit.
Is it possible to request that the Lisbon lemon trees be at a specific maturity level before shipping? If so, what is the process?
Keep in mind TreeSource is a wholesaler and does not commonly sell to the public. With that in mind, TreeSource offers four maturity levels for Lisbon lemons:
Large Pots (the tree growers plant)
A limited supply of Box Ready Trees (BRTs) that are 4 years old and already fruiting
What rootstock options do you have for Lisbon lemon trees?
Common rootstock options include Carrizo citrange, Flying Dragon trifoliate orange, Volkameriana, and Rich 16-6 trifoliate, each chosen for specific benefits:
Carrizo citrange is popular for its vigorous growth, tolerance to some soil-borne diseases, and excellent fruiting potential.
Flying Dragon is a slower-growing, naturally dwarfing rootstock, ideal for container or small-space plantings while still producing high-quality fruit.
These rootstocks help Lisbon lemon trees establish quickly, resist citrus nematodes and soil diseases, and maintain long-term health and fruit production. Selecting the right rootstock depends on your growing environment, soil type, and space requirements.