Lemon Tree

Lemon Tree is a legendary cannabis strain, famous for taking first prize in the Best Hybrid category at the 2014 Seattle Cannabis Cup. It comes from a masterful cross between Lemon Skunk and Sour Diesel, two true powerhouses. Thanks to this lineage, which blends the best of indicas and sativas, it offers a unique and versatile experience for any grower.

Lemon Tree grows with a sturdy, compact structure, but don't let appearances fool you: it can reach an average height of 2–2.5 metres outdoors, taking on the classic Christmas-tree shape, with long branches that shorten towards the top and an impressive main cola.

The buds are large and surprisingly hard, covered in a thick layer of trichomes that gives them a glossy, crystalline look, as if they had been dusted with diamond powder. Its sticky resin is also perfect for extraction lovers.

Flavour and effects

Lemon Tree is a real treat for the senses. Open a jar of its buds and you're greeted by a burst of citrus. The fresh, vibrant lemon aroma blends with subtle diesel notes inherited from its Sour Diesel parent, creating a profile that is both refreshing and stimulating. That aroma carries straight through to the flavour: a delicious blend of citrus with a spicy, earthy touch that lingers on the palate.

As for the effects, it is known for its potency, with THC levels between 20% and 25%. You'll first feel a wave of cerebral euphoria that energises you and lifts your mood. This sativa phase gives way to a smooth but intense body relaxation, courtesy of its indica heritage, leaving you in a state of lasting contentment and calm. The effects are so well balanced that it works for both daytime and evening use.

With low CBD content, below 1%, Lemon Tree is all about a potent, euphoric experience, ideal if you're after an uplifting, energetic high without heavy couch-lock.

Lemon Tree terpenes

Lemon Tree is rich in terpenes that not only define its flavour and aroma but also shape the character of its effect. The most prominent include:

• Limonene: the dominant terpene in Lemon Tree. It provides the signature lemony citrus aroma and is associated with a cheerful, uplifting mood.
• Caryophyllene: with a spicy, clove-like aroma, it adds a warm, peppery touch that rounds off the flavour.
• Alpha-pinene: brings a fresh pine aroma and is associated with a clear, focused high.
• Alpha-humulene: with woody, hoppy undertones, it adds an earthy, slightly spicy note to the Lemon Tree profile.

These terpenes work together with the cannabinoids in Lemon Tree to deliver a complete experience that is both delicious and uplifting, making this strain an exceptional choice.

Yield and flowering time

Lemon Tree is a gem for novice and expert growers alike, thanks to how easy it is to grow and its generous yields. Indoors it adapts to any technique, though it gives its best results with the SOG (Sea of Green) method. From the switch to the flowering photoperiod, it needs around 9–10 weeks before harvest. In that time you can expect between 550 and 650 grams per square metre, depending on conditions and the grower's experience.

Outdoors, Lemon Tree shows its full potential. It grows vigorously from day one and reaches an average height of 2–2.5 metres. It prefers climates with a dry or only lightly rainy early autumn, as it is harvested in mid-October. In these ideal conditions, 1300–1500 grams per plant is well within reach. Its Christmas-tree structure lets sunlight penetrate evenly, encouraging huge buds that may need staking from mid-flowering onwards so the branches don't snap under the weight.

How to grow Lemon Tree

When we grow Lemon Tree, we find it a relatively easy strain to handle, ideal for beginners and experienced growers alike. It's a forgiving plant that doesn't need complicated care and rewards moderate effort with great results.

Growing difficulty: Lemon Tree is a sturdy, resilient plant that responds well to a range of growing techniques. That makes it an excellent choice if you're just starting out with cannabis, and also if you're an experienced grower looking for a reliable, productive strain.

Ideal climate and growing conditions: Lemon Tree thrives in temperate climates, with daytime temperatures between 20 °C and 27 °C and slightly cooler nights. Indoors, keep relative humidity at 55% to 60% during the vegetative phase and lower it to 40% during flowering. Outdoors, the ideal is to sow in April and harvest in October to make the most of the sunshine. This strain prefers a dry or only lightly rainy climate in the final stretch of flowering.

Resistance to pests and diseases: Lemon Tree stands out for its resistance to the most common pests and diseases, which greatly reduces the effort and resources needed to keep plants healthy. Even so, we always recommend staying alert and heading off any problems with good management and clean growing practices.