How Do You Wrap A Lemon Plant?
Lemon trees are a fine addition to a backyard garden. While those in tropical climates can leave lemon trees alone for the winter, growers in less temperate areas will need to wrap their lemon plants for winter protection. Alternatively, plant your lemon tree in a container and pull the container into a garage for winter protection. While young trees must be wrapped during frost periods, you don’t want to wrap the lemon plant too early. Monitor the weather for your area and wrap before the first frost. Purchase a breathable tree wrap or tree blanket from your local nursery. You must use something breathable rather than plastic wrap; the tree will steam on hot days if it’s wrapped in non-breathable fabric. Cover the tree’s trunk with the tree wrap, working your way from the bottom up. Wind the wrap around the branches of the tree. Secure any gaps with tape. You want to make sure that a brisk wind won’t blow the wrap off. Place a space heater or strong light bulbs near the wrapped tree f
