{"product_id":"villa-franca-lemon-tree","title":"Villa Franca Lemon Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eBelieved to have originated in Sicily, Villa Franca lemon trees made their way to the US around 1875 and New Zealand later on. While commercially not as prominent as Yen Ben or Eureka lemons, it's prized by home growers for its distinct qualities. Villa Franca lemons are generally larger than average, with a smooth, elongated oval shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're not as abundantly ribbed as other varieties. These lemons are low in seeds and boast a good amount of juicy flesh, perfect for squeezing or adding to dishes. Villa Franca lemon trees are moderately cold hardy, making them suitable for many regions in New Zealand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNames\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla Franca, \u003ci\u003eCitrus limon\u003c\/i\u003e 'Villa Franca'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSicily, Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMature Size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVilla Franca lemon trees tend to have an upright, open growth habit, reaching a mature height of 3-4 meters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are glossy and deep green, with few thorns, making them less prickly than other lemon varieties. Fragrant white blossoms adorn the tree during summer, adding to its aesthetic appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell drained rich soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePosition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunny locations are best but can tolerate partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA classic, intense lemon flavour with a sharp, zingy character. The rind is pleasantly fragrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruiting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan fruit all year round but mainly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Uses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn baking and cooking. Can be juiced or zested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Citrus Direct","offers":[{"title":"Garden Range","offer_id":47662672183447,"sku":null,"price":39.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium Standard Range (5L Pot)","offer_id":47662672216215,"sku":null,"price":109.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium Standard Range (14L Pot)","offer_id":47662672248983,"sku":null,"price":109.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tall Standard Range","offer_id":47662672281751,"sku":null,"price":109.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/2828\/4311\/files\/citrus-trees-direct-villa-franca-lemon.jpg?v=1776113652","url":"https:\/\/junglestory.co.nz\/products\/villa-franca-lemon-tree","provider":"Jungle Story ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}