I have a rather large branch off my lemon tree that just broke in a storm. There are about 40 beautiful but green lemons on it. Does anyone have any tips or suggestions for getting the lemons to ripe off the tree or are they a lost cause? Thanks!
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Bethany, just a further note - they may or may not turn yellow but you can still use them, they just may not be as sweet. They will soften more aka get juicier. Good luck.
Bethany lemons and limes can be used at any stage they are a good enough size. The difference is they get sweeter and juicier the longer they stay on the tree. If you can, I would suggest you leave the fruit on the branches (if they are still on it) and hang the branches in a shady place or inside.
If you have already harvested them, lay in a container (cardboard or similar, not metal) in single layers separated by newspaper or more cardboard. Use as needed. Check periodically to make sure there is no mold happening. If you start to see them turning more yellow and can't use them fast enough, store in the crisper if you have room.
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Bethany, just a further note - they may or may not turn yellow but you can still use them, they just may not be as sweet. They will soften more aka get juicier. Good luck.
Bethany lemons and limes can be used at any stage they are a good enough size. The difference is they get sweeter and juicier the longer they stay on the tree. If you can, I would suggest you leave the fruit on the branches (if they are still on it) and hang the branches in a shady place or inside.
If you have already harvested them, lay in a container (cardboard or similar, not metal) in single layers separated by newspaper or more cardboard. Use as needed. Check periodically to make sure there is no mold happening. If you start to see them turning more yellow and can't use them fast enough, store in the crisper if you have room.
I have no experience ripening green lemons but did find this link that might be helpful: Good luck with them.
http://forums.gardenweb.com/forums/load/citrus/msg1019385912768.html