One Big Lemon

Not much happening today and my brain has gone to sleep.  All I can share today is the weird Meyer lemon we picked.

I'd seen it slowly growing and ripening on the tree and wondered about the weird shape.  It looked almost like two lemons had merged into one.

The oblong shape was so intriguing.  We wondered what the inside would look like.

I don't think we've ever seen a lemon like this.

When squeezed it had about 1 1/3 cup juice.

I didn't know what to do with the juice so I poured it into two ice trays.  I think that's the most juice I've gotten from one lemon.

I've read that there are all kinds of uses for lemons other than lemonade.

You can use it as a natural cleaner for bathroom and kitchen surfaces.  Squeeze it on the surfaces and then wipe off the residue.  Ummm.... I haven't tried this, but they say for stains you just add vinegar and water to the lemon.

Fresh lemon juice over cut veggies and fruits will keep them from browning.

You can also use it as a weed killer by pouring it into cracks where weeds start.

If you know of any other uses, do let me know.

Lemon Tree

Meyer Lemon #1

 We've not been super successful with our plantings, but the one thing that's been really bearing is the Meyer Lemon tree.

We were told to plant the Meyer lemon at the nursery because they said it bore the sweetest, juiciest fruit.  It does.

We planted one first in the back but it doesn't produce a whole lot since it doesn't get as much direct sun.

Meyer Lemon #2

Then my brother, Dennis planted one for mom in the front when we were still on the mainland since she said she needed more lemons to make her much requested Lemon Chicken.  This tree produces a bumper crop.

Dennis comes over weekly to pick up his bag of lemons that mom picks for him.  He likes lemonade.  The tree seems to bear fruit all year long with brief rests in between.  It really amazes me.

Art is dying to plant a miniature mango tree somewhere, but everyone shudders and advises him not to because they produce so much yard waste and grow too quickly.   Then he thought he'd try avocado and again everybody told him not to.  We have a very small property.  He's not thrilled with having two lemon trees.  What do you do with lemons besides sticking slices in water?  We don't make desserts because we avoid sweets.  So what else can you do with them?