The sight of a lemon tree full of yellow fruit is truly something special and it's actually very easy to achieve, even if you're a beginner gardener .

It's also a an easy way to save money on groceries, with the cost of lemons $1.60 each at Coles and $1.38 each at Woolworths, at the time of publishing.

You don't even need a lot of space with horticulturalist Reagan Nelson from If You Mow You Mow recommending dwarf varieties for those with small courtyards or balconies.

He shared with nine.com.au his top tips for growing a thriving lemon tree in your own backyard, including the tricky pest you need to watch out for.

When is the best time to plant a lemon tree?

The best time plant a lemon tree is spring, preferably early spring when the soil has had time to wa

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