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How to Grow Lemon Bush

Eucalyptus citriodora

Your complete guide to growing Lemon Bush.

☀SunFull sun (6+ hours)
💧WaterRegular; allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings
📅Harvest120-150 days
🗺Zones7–10
📏Height2-4 feet
Lemon Bush📷 Wikimedia Commons

When to Plant Lemon Bush

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Companion Plants for Lemon Bush

✓ Good companions

Chives

Repels aphids and may help prevent fungal diseases

Comfrey

Deep roots bring up nutrients and leaves make excellent mulch

Garlic

Natural fungicide and pest deterrent for citrus trees

Lavender

Repels aphids, whiteflies, and other citrus pests while attracting beneficial pollinators

Marigolds

Natural pest deterrent against nematodes and aphids

Nasturtiums

Acts as trap crop for aphids and adds beneficial insects

Rosemary

Deters citrus pests and has similar water and soil requirements

Thyme

Repels aphids and citrus leaf miners while providing ground cover

✗ Keep away from

Black Walnut

Produces juglone which is toxic to citrus and inhibits root development

Eucalyptus

Releases chemicals that inhibit growth and competes aggressively for water

Fennel

Allelopathic properties inhibit growth of citrus and most other plants

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