Villa Franca Lemon Tree spade Casimiroa 'Luke' is a hybrid

Casimiroa 'Luke' is a hybrid variety of White Sapote fruiting tree that is native to Mexico where it grows in the highlands and as a result is fairly cold hardy

the petioles also have a mix of purple and white colouration when on an all green leaf

One of the more rare and beautiful members of the Archontophoenix family

Soil: Will be happy in a bark/peat-based soil mixed with an orchid mix through it to help create a free-draining medium

Ideal for smaller gardens

Villa Franca Lemon Tree spade Casimiroa 'Luke' is a hybridBelieved to have originated in Sicily, Villa Franca lemon trees made their way to the US around 1875 and New Zealand later on. While commercially not as prominent as Yen Ben or Eureka lemons, it's prized by home growers for its distinct qualities. Villa Franca lemons are generally larger than average, with a smooth, elongated oval shape. They're not as abundantly ribbed as other varieties. These lemons are low in seeds and boast a good amount of juicy