Thai Red Lemon – Key Features & Benefits

Key Features

• Unique variety with reddish or orange-tinted peel when mature
• Medium-sized fruits with good juice content
• Distinct aroma and slightly different flavor profile from regular lemons
• Grafted plant, ensuring faster and reliable fruiting
• Compact to medium-sized growth, suitable for pots and open ground
• Evergreen plant with dense, attractive foliage

Benefits

• Rich in Vitamin C, supports immune health
• Contains antioxidants with antibacterial properties
• Aids digestion and detoxification
• Useful in cooking, beverages, and traditional remedies
• Supports skin health and hydration

Plant Care Guide

Sunlight

• Requires full sunlight (6–8 hours daily)
• Essential for flowering, color development, and fruiting

Temperature

• Ideal range: 20°C to 35°C
• Prefers warm and humid climates
• Sensitive to frost and extreme cold

Watering Guide

• Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Summer: water every 1–2 days depending on heat
• Winter: water 2–3 times per week
• Allow topsoil to dry slightly before watering
• Ensure proper drainage

Fertilizer Guide

Organic Fertilizers (recommended)

• Cow dung compost every 20–30 days
• Vermicompost for balanced nutrients
• Neem cake for pest control and soil health

Chemical Fertilizers (optional)

• NPK 10:10:10 once a month

During Flowering and Fruiting

• Apply phosphorus and potassium-rich fertilizers to improve flowering, fruit size, color, and yield

Re-Potting Instructions

• Repot every 1–2 years or when roots outgrow the pot
• Use a pot at least 14–18 inches deep with proper drainage

Ideal Soil Mix

• 40% garden soil
• 30% compost
• 20% sand
• 10% cocopeat

Steps

1. Water the plant lightly before repotting
2. Carefully remove the plant with the root ball intact
3. Trim damaged or overcrowded roots
4. Place in a larger pot with fresh soil mix
5. Water lightly and keep in partial shade for a few days

Fruiting Season

• Can fruit multiple times a year depending on care and climate
• Peak seasons in India: winter and summer
• Grafted plants usually start fruiting within 1–2 years

Usage Ideas

• Used in beverages such as lemon water, juices, and flavored drinks
• Adds unique color and flavor to dishes
• Used in pickles and chutneys
• Suitable for salads and garnishing
• Can be used in natural remedies and household applications

Care Tips

• Prune regularly to maintain shape and promote new growth
• Remove weak, dead, or diseased branches
• Use neem oil spray to control pests like aphids, leaf miners, and mites
• Ensure proper drainage to prevent root rot
• Apply mulch to retain soil moisture and improve soil health
• Protect from strong winds and extreme weather
• Feed regularly during flowering and fruiting for better yield