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Overall Height ~ 43cm Age: 12yrs

Lemon Bonsai Tree | Mediterranean Citrus Limonquat (In Flower July 2026)

£175.00

SKU: PLemon5

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This Lemon bonsai tree (Citrus Limonquat) is a beautifully developed 12-year-old specimen, featuring an elegant informal twisting upright design with natural trunk movement and glossy green foliage. It produces fragrant white flowers and small lemon-shaped fruits, which add both visual appeal and seasonal interest. Presented in a brand new ivory oval ceramic pot, it creates a warm, Mediterranean-inspired focal point for patios, gardens, or bright indoor spaces. Matching drip tray included. In addition, it has been expertly styled and matured, ensuring strong structure and long-term quality. Overall, it offers a vibrant, sun-loving bonsai that combines beauty, fragrance, and character. This bonsai has been photographed in July 2026 and is covered in beautiful blossom and the most sensational fragrance; I am enjoying writing this bonsai description with the bonsai sat on the desk next to me. I wish I could bottle the scent!

Description

Lemon Bonsai Tree for sale in Ivory Ceramic Bonsai Pot

Citrus Limonquat – Lemon Bonsai – 12 Years Old
Majestic Mediterranean Beauty in Tasteful Oval Pot

This striking Citrus Limonquat/ Lemon bonsai is a beautifully developed 12-year-old tree, standing around 43cm tall and styled in a bold, informal upright design. Additionally, with its naturally striated bark, glossy bright foliage, and elegant trunk movement, this bonsai radiates character.

Potted into a brand new ceramic pot with a matching tray, the neutral fresh glaze perfectly complements the citrus-green canopy, making it a standout piece for any sunny garden, patio, or indoor display (during winter).

Why Citrus Limonquat is Perfect for Bonsai

Also, this Limonquat variety is a hybrid citrus species well-loved for its small leaves, fragrant white flowers, and tiny, lemon-shaped fruits. However, bonsai growers favour cultivars like this for their proportionate foliage and fruit, which suit miniature styling beautifully. Its delicate blooms are especially aromatic at sunset—attracting pollinators during their most active hours.

Care & Positioning

Citrus trees thrive in warmth and light. In warm climates, they can live outdoors year-round. In temperate regions like the UK, place your bonsai in full sun between May and September. From autumn to spring, move it into a bright indoor space or a frost-free greenhouse.

  • Water generously in summer but go easy in winter. Avoid wetting the flowers.

  • Protect from temperatures below -2°C.

  • Sun-loving – prefers a bright, sheltered spot with good air flow.

Why We Love This Lemon Bonsai Tree

This bonsai tree originated in Sprain and has subsequently been carefully grown on and styled by bonsai artist Lloyd Noall, who brings over 40 years of experience to every design. Furthermore, its clean form, exposed root structure, and balanced canopy show just how much care has gone into its development. We recommend feeding your lemon bonsai regularly to encourage new growth and miniature lemon fruits.

Why Buy from Bonsai Direct

At Bonsai Direct, we are a family-run nursery dedicated to growing high-quality bonsai using sustainable practices. We invest time, care, and expertise into every tree, ensuring it arrives healthy, balanced, and ready to enjoy.

We support sustainability through responsible sourcing and careful cultivation practices.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
Both
Pot Size (cm)
22 x 17
Pot Colour
Ivory
Indoor/Outdoor
Either - Protect from hard frosts or keep in a cool room
Difficulty
Easy
Maintenance
Positioning: Place in bright position.
Watering: Keep soil evenly damp; check daily.
Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle.
Pruning: Trim new shoots regularly to keep shape and encourage ramification.
Repotting: Repot every two years in early spring using free-draining bonsai soil.
Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Delivery

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Bonsai Care

🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
Care What to do How often
Step 1 Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. Upon arrival
On arrival In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Once on day 1
Position Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. All year
Water Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. Daily check
Mist Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. Once or twice a week
Feed Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. Species dependant
Prune Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. As needed
Health If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. If issues arise
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