With its dry and woody flavors, gin can be an acquired taste for many, but using Meyer lemons in place of regular in this classic cocktail gives it a sweeter and less acidic taste. It makes for a bright and refreshing drink that perfectly balances the botanical tastes of the gin. Think of it as… Read more »
Nothing compares to a crisp, refreshing glass of fresh-squeezed lemonade on ice. This recipe has two twists for an elevated take on classic lemonade – using Meyer lemons with their sweet, floral qualities, and garnishing with rosemary sprigs for a peppery note. Easy and elegant! You can use storebought simple syrup for an even quicker… Read more »
Any deck, balcony, or patio, big or small, can be transformed by a potted tree. A tree planted in a container can act as a focal point for your patio or garden, while multiple container trees can provide privacy screening or turn a hot, exposed area into a leafy bower. A potted tree can make… Read more »
This recipe was made for summer! Lime juice adds zip to the out-of-this-world garlic-butter sauce. A light and flavorful dish that’s perfect for warm nights with a glass of white wine. Ingredients: ¼ c. extra-virgin olive oil 2 Tbsp. lime juice 1 tsp. ground cumin 1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined ¾ lb. spaghetti 4… Read more »
In the proverbial phrase, “When life gives you lemons, make lemonade,” the lemons are used to suggest difficulties in life. But did you know that lemons actually symbolize happiness and positivity, and that in several regions and religions around the world, lemons are thought to hold a secret power? So you need not necessarily make… Read more »
Lemons are typically thick-skinned, tart, acidic and small, but not the lemons from the Improved Meyer lemon tree. Meyer lemon trees produce thin, deep-yellow to orange skinned fruits that are somewhat sweet with a moderately acidic taste minus the tang of regular lemons and with a discernable orange flavor. Origin Meyer lemon trees are originally… Read more »
Have you wondered how to grow a lemon tree? Do you have enough space to plant a blood orange? In a general sense, all citrus trees have similar requirements for light, fertilizer, watering, and pruning. However, some aspects vary for certain trees such as space requirements or cold hardiness. This article covers three points to… Read more »
Imagine strolling through your back yard and returning with arms full of juicy Honeybell oranges. Picture your neighbors swooning at the stately Meyer lemon tree gracing your front lawn and dripping with sunny jeweled fruit. Even if you live where an occasional frost walks down from the north, you can grow citrus trees at home… Read more »
