Light: Full morning sun with afternoon shade preferred in Phoenix, especially for young trees. Avoid intense reflected heat from west-facing walls.
Water: Moderate water needs, increasing substantially during extreme summer heat. Water deeply, then allow the upper few inches of soil to dry before watering again. Containers require more frequent checks; reduce watering in winter.
Soil: Well-drained soil; sandy loam preferred. Avoid waterlogged locations and planting below grade. For containers, use a well-draining citrus potting mix.
Mature size: Typically 6–12 feet tall and 6–10 feet wide; size varies with rootstock and pruning. Usually smaller in containers.
Bloom: Primarily spring, with additional bloom flushes possible in warm weather. Fruit commonly ripens in fall and winter, depending on cultivar and bloom timing.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen.
Growth rate: Moderate.