When Is Meyer Lemon in Season?
Quick answer: In the Northern Hemisphere, Meyer lemon is in season from November to March, at its peak from December to February. In the Southern Hemisphere, Meyer lemon is in season from May to September, at its peak from June to August. The Southern window is an estimate, shifted six months from the Northern one.
Meyer lemon season by month
- Peak
- In season
- Limited or imported
* Estimated by shifting the Northern season by six months, since we did not find a Southern Hemisphere source for this fruit.
Some growers and stores sell Meyer lemons for longer stretches than this window, especially from home trees in mild climates.
Dates are typical and rounded. They vary by variety, region and weather. See the full calendar for every fruit.
About Meyer lemon season
Meyer lemons are the winter lemon: sweeter and less acidic than the regular kind, with thin skin and a floral aroma. They show up in shops for a short window, so it pays to know when to look.
How to pick and store it
Look for fruit that is a deep yellow, tinged with orange, and that feels heavy for its size. The skin is thinner and more delicate than a regular lemon, so check for bruises.
Handle them gently, since the thin skin bruises easily. They keep at room temperature for a few days and longer in the fridge.
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Common questions
In the Northern Hemisphere, Meyer lemon is in season from November to March, at its peak from December to February. In the Southern Hemisphere, Meyer lemon is in season from May to September, at its peak from June to August. The Southern window is an estimate, shifted six months from the Northern one.
Only in its season is it at its best. Outside that window, shops often carry fruit shipped from the opposite hemisphere or stored after picking, and it is usually pricier and less flavorful.
Look for fruit that is a deep yellow, tinged with orange, and that feels heavy for its size. The skin is thinner and more delicate than a regular lemon, so check for bruises.
Handle them gently, since the thin skin bruises easily. They keep at room temperature for a few days and longer in the fridge.
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