Lemon
If you are dreaming of fresh lemons from your greenhouse, this is a good place to start. It brings together Growing Dome articles on growing Meyer lemons, including care, pruning, harvesting, and pest concerns, along with lemon-forward recipes and related citrus and tropical growing inspiration from the Growing Spaces community.
Growing Tropical Plants in a Greenhouse Where Snow and Desert Meet
December 19, 2025
Growing tropical plants in a greenhouse is possible in the high desert. See how one grower creates year-round abundance.
Thriving Tropical Forest Garden in a Washington Greenhouse
July 2, 2025
Discover a lush forest garden in a Washington greenhouse by Newman Lake, where tropical plants thrive in a Growing Dome year-round.
Garlic Chicken, Lebanese Djaj Biltoom, Fit for a Feast
July 31, 2024
This roasted Lebanese Garlic Chicken, Djaj Biltoom, with a Toum dipping sauce will be the unexpected star of your next backyard BBQ. If you’re a garlic lover, skip the chicken and go straight for the toum.
The Best Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Lavender Glaze
February 6, 2024
Lemons are among the most popular fruit-bearing plants to cultivate in a Growing Dome greenhouse. Because they are available year-round at the grocery store many people associate lemons with fresh lemonade on a hot summer day. However, it may surprise you to learn that lemons are, in fact, considered a winter fruit. Their peak season, when they are most abundant and of the highest quality, typically extends from December to April.
Growing Lemons is Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy
February 5, 2024
When Your Growing Dome Gives You Meyer Lemons, Make Lemonade! Jump to: Growing Lemons, Best Location for Lemon Trees in a Dome, Planting Your Lemon Tree, Companion Plants, Lemon Tree Care, Managing Pests, Harvesting, Pruning, History and Trivia, Health Benefits of Lemons Genus: Citrus x limon ‘Meyer’ Common Name: Meyer’s Lemon …
The Best Fruit Bearing Plants to Grow in Your Greenhouse
February 5, 2024
Imagine a transition from a quiet, snow-covered backyard into a warm and bustling greenhouse. This is not just any greenhouse, but a Growing Dome, where the harshness of the outside world is replaced by a lush, fruit-bearing oasis. The air is fragrant with Meyer lemons, and the soothing sound of a waterfall from an above-ground pond completes the ambiance. In this realm, greenhouse gardening is limited only by your imagination. Over recent months, we've explored a variety of fruit bearing plants ideal for greenhouse cultivation. Now, we present them to you in a concise, easy-to-access guide.
Vibrant Pesto Caprese Chicken
November 16, 2022
Basil Plant looking a bit sad in the cooler temperatures? This quick pesto is a great way to use it before it is too late!
Pistachio and Chickpea Caesar Salad
January 14, 2022
When I first started cooking more plant-based and vegan recipes I struggled to find a Caesar salad that had the crunch, punch, and protein of a traditional Caesar. This recipe has double the crunch, and double the protein, with a nice punch in the dressing without all the fat, & no oil.
Smooth and Creamy Hummus Recipe
February 2, 2021
It’s easy to make and delicious on just about any vegetable, cracker, pita chip, or toast. You can add just about any herb, spice, or vegetable you like to adjust the taste. Bonus points if it was grown in your Growing Dome.
Not so Cheesy Healthy and Easy Cheesecake
March 31, 2020
No cheese at all as a matter a fact, this vegan cheesecake is SO good. You will think I am totally pulling your leg that is actually GOOD for you. You can indulge & be decadent, all you want, and not worry an ounce!