Lemon trees are fast-growing plants, which makes them a good choice for bonsai. They can be grown from seeds or cuttings, although starting with seeds is a more fun and rewarding process as you can watch the plant develop over time. It can take up to 5 years for these seeds to mature into a lemon tree that is ready to be trained and that will produce fruit.
You will need a good quality bonsai pot and a suitable position for the Lemon plant. The best position is in a bright warm spot in your home, where it will get plenty of natural light, but not direct sunlight at the hottest times of the day. The plant also likes to be kept outdoors in the summer where it can benefit from the warmer temperatures and sunshine.
Watering the Lemon plant is essential, it will need to be kept well-hydrated especially during the summer. Over-watering the plant is a common mistake that can cause it to die, so it is important to check and test the soil before watering and only water when needed.
It is important to prune the Lemon plant regularly to encourage growth and help shape it. The ideal time to prune is after it has finished flowering and during the winter. You can also prune during the spring, but it is a good idea to wait until after it has started growing again to avoid damaging it.