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Homegrown citrus is one of the great rewards of gardening in the Houston area. Our mild winters and long hot summers are perfect for many citrus varieties — as long as you choose cold-hardy types and are prepared to protect them on the rare nights when temperatures drop hard.
Best citrus for the Houston area: Satsuma mandarins are the gold standard for our area — the most cold-hardy of all citrus and reliable producers even after light freezes. Meyer lemons are another excellent choice, producing abundantly and handling our climate well. Kumquats are among the hardiest citrus you can grow and make beautiful landscape trees. Grapefruits and navel oranges can also perform well in our area with proper placement.
Freeze protection: Houston averages only a few hard freezes per year but they do happen. Plant citrus in a protected south or southeast facing location near a wall or structure that radiates heat. Have frost cloth ready for temperatures below 28°F. Container-grown citrus can simply be moved indoors during hard freezes. It is imperative that the graft at the bottom of the tree needs protection from freeze. That way if the top freezes, the graft will be protected and the desired plant can regrow.
Houston citrus tip: Satsumas ripen in October and November — well ahead of Christmas — making them one of the most rewarding and reliable fruit trees you can plant in our area.
CITRUS, 'CITRON BUDDHA HAND': Unique 8-15' tree with exotic finger-like yellow fruit. Highly fragrant sweet zest with no pulp or juice. Stunning ornamental. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Thrives in Houston's heat and humidity.
$49.00
Bloomsweet Grapefruit is a compact citrus tree 6-8 ft; full sun; moderate water; sweet pink grapefruit and fragrant blooms; cold-hardy variety perfect for containers or landscapes in our area, Texas.
$49.00
CITRUS, 'GRAPEFRUIT, RIO RED': Growing 10-15', this is the favorite Texas grapefruit. Produces large, juicy fruit with deep red flesh and sweet-tart flavor. High yielding. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Perfect for Houston backyards.
$49.00
Dwarf Ruby Red Grapefruit (8-12ft) is a Texas legend. This compact tree produces heavy crops of large, seedless, blush-fleshed fruit with a sweet-tart flavor. High heat tolerance makes it perfect for Houston. Self-fertile.
$59.00
CITRUS, 'GRAPEFRUIT, RUBY RED': Growing 10-15', this Texas classic produces large, seedless fruit with famous red flesh and sweet-tart juice. High yielding and vigorous. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A staple for Houston gardens.
$49.00
DWARF 'UJUKITSU' LEMON: A compact 6-10' "sweet lemon" with a flavor like orange-infused lemonade. Thick-skinned, pear-shaped, and low-acid. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A unique, easy-to-grow citrus for Houston patios.
$59.00
'EUREKA FROST' LEMON: A 10-15' tree producing classic, large, tart lemons with a thin rind and high juice content. Very productive and nearly seedless. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A staple for Houston kitchens.
$49.00
'PONDEROSA' LEMON: Novelty 10-15' tree producing massive, bumpy fruit—often the size of a grapefruit! Juicy, tart flavor perfect for pies and juice. Heavy bloomer. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Local favorite for Houston.
$49.00
VARIEGATED PINK' LEMON: Stunning 8-12' tree with green and white striped foliage. Produces unique striped lemons that mature to yellow with a surprising pink interior. Tart, acidic juice. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$49.00
DWARF 'VARIEGATED PINK' LEMON: Compact 4-6' tree with striking green and white foliage. Produces unique striped lemons with a surprising pink interior and tart flavor. Ideal for patio pots. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$59.00
'KAFFIR' LIME: Growing 8-12', this unique tree is prized for its bumpy, dark green fruit and double-lobed, intensely aromatic leaves. Essential for Thai cooking with a floral, citrusy flavor. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$49.00
Key Lime (8-12ft) is a heavy-producing citrus favorite. Famous for its small, thin-skinned, and highly aromatic fruit with a bold, tart flavor perfect for pies and drinks. Thrives in Houston's heat; protect from hard freezes.
$49.00
MEXICAN LIME, (BUSH FORM): Dense 6-10' shrub producing small, thin-skinned, seedy fruit with intense lime flavor and high juice content. Heavy bearer. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A staple for Houston Metro area cooking.
$49.00
'PALESTINIAN' SWEET LIME: A vigorous 10-15' tree producing round, thin-skinned fruit. Unlike most limes, these are sweet and juicy with very low acidity—perfect for refreshing drinks. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Local Houston favorite.
$49.00
'PERSIAN' LIME ESPALIER: Pre-trained on a flat trellis, this 6-10' tree is perfect for narrow spaces. Produces large, seedless, juicy limes with classic tart flavor. Easy to harvest. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$229.00
'CARA CARA' NAVEL ORANGE, DWARF: A compact 4-8' tree producing incredible seedless fruit with a rich, pinkish-red interior. Features a sweet, complex flavor with hints of berry. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Perfect for Houston patios.
$59.00
'CARA CARA' PINK NAVEL ORANGE: Growing 10-15', this tree produces seedless oranges with a distinct rosy-pink interior. Incredibly sweet with a unique berry-like finish. High juice content. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A Houston favorite.
$49.00
'DWARF HAMLIN' ORANGE: Growing 6-10', this compact tree is a heavy producer of sweet, nearly seedless juice oranges. Features thin skin and high juice content for the perfect breakfast squeeze. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$59.00
'DWARF MARRS' ORANGE: Compact 6-10' tree known for early, heavy harvests. Produces large, nearly seedless fruit with a sweet, mild flavor and low acidity. Highly productive. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Ideal for Houston gardens.
$59.00
'DWARF PINEAPPLE' ORANGE: Compact 6-10' tree known for mid-season harvests of sweet, thin-skinned fruit with a subtle pineapple-like aroma. Excellent for fresh juice and snacking. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). Local Houston favorite.
$59.00
'HAMLIN' ORANGE: Growing 10-15', this is the world’s most popular juice orange. It produces a massive crop of sweet, thin-skinned, nearly seedless fruit that is perfect for your morning squeeze. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT). A heavy-yielding
$49.00
'MARRS' ORANGE: Growing 10-15', this Texas-born variety is a heavy producer of large, sweet, nearly seedless fruit. Known for its low acidity and early ripening, it's a fantastic choice for those who want oranges sooner in the season. PROTECT FROM FREEZE
$49.00
'N33' NAVEL ORANGE, DWARF: A compact 6-10' tree that produces the gold standard of Texas navel oranges. You get large, seedless fruit that's incredibly easy to peel and packed with sweet, classic orange flavor. PROTECT FROM FREEZE (ESPECIALLY THE GRAFT).
$59.00
'N33' NAVEL ORANGE: Growing 10-15', this is the premier Texas navel orange. It produces large, seedless fruit that is incredibly easy to peel and delivers a rich, classic orange sweetness. A vigorous and heavy producer for the Houston area. PROTECT FROM F
$49.00