This is a lemon tree in my neighbors front yard.  It is loaded with lemons. The other day he trimmed this tree, and I just couldn’t stand to see that much fruit go to waist.  So, racking my brain to think of what I can use that much lemon juice for, (we juiced about 2 gallons worth) I started in the kitchen.  I made Lemon Ice, Limoncello, (well it is still soaking) and Lemon Marmalade.  I also took the juice, froze it in ice cube trays to make the perfect lemonade come summer.  My Freezer is full. If it was just the lemon trees, I would be complete, but the Seville Oranges are also ready for picking.  The Seville Oranges, are ornamental bitter oranges, not fit for drinking.  They make a great Marmalade, and marinade. 

I am doing my part to be sustainable while living in a town home in the heart of Scottsdale’s McCormick Ranch.

Happy Picking