Lemon
Lemons have been grown in the Mediterranean since the 1st or 2nd century. Christopher Columbus brought lemon seeds to the Americas where they were initially cultivated in Florida. Lemon trees can live and continue to bear fruit for as long as 100 years.
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Lemon
Make the most of your fruit! Learn how to select, prep, and store your farm-fresh produce.
How do you pick ripe lemons?
When selection lemons, choose those that are heavy for their size and bright yellow.
How do you use lemons?
Lemons are among the most versatile and widely used fruits. The juice can be used in everything from dressings to marinades and beverages. The grated peel can be used to flavor sauces, foods and beverages too. They can also be cooked into pies, preserved into jam or candied.
How do you store lemons?
Lemons can keep for up to 2 weeks in plastic bags in the refrigerator.