Eureka - Largely produced outside of the Mediterranean, particularly in Australia, South Africa, Argentina and Israel. Its harvest season stretches evenly from late winter all the way through to early summer. The Eureka lemon is generally smaller in size than the Lisbon and Verna varieties. The variety is considered attractive due to its high juice and acidity content.

Countries of Origin: Argentina, South Africa

Lisbon - The Lisbon variety of Lemon has become increasingly popular in Argentina and Uruguay. The Lisbon variety is often preferred to the Eureka due to the decreased susceptibility of the fruit to adverse weather conditions, which is caused by the greater protection offered by the tree. Though the Lisbon is typically larger than the Eureka, the production is restricted to winter and early spring. Internal characteristics such as acidity, brix and juice content are almost identical to those of the Eureka and, as a result, in many countries, no distinction is made between the two varieties.

Countries of Origin: Uruguay , Argentina

Primofiori (Fino) - Production of this variety is mainly concentrated in Spain where it accounts for 20% of total national production. Though smaller than the Verna variety, the Primofiori has a higher juice yield and tends to be more uniform in shape and size. Like Eureka, a typical Primofiori harvest lasts from October until February though, in some cases, it can be known to last until March or April.

Countries of Origin: Spain

Verna (Berna) - Largely limited to Spain, the Verna is the principal variety of lemon grown in Spain, accounting for around 60% of the national production. Though the juice content is lower than other varieties, the variety is attractive due to the tenderness of the pulp and the good level of acidity in the juice.

Countries of Origin: Spain