--- title: 5 Fun and Fascinating Facts About Lemons 🍋 description: Pour a tall, refreshing glass of Darling Lemonade and get ready to peel back the layers of one of your favorite citrus superstars. 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Come with us as we squeeze out some of the juiciest facts about [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/)! ## 1. [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) boast an impressive shelf-life![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/SmNx9mBaoAEUEou5XC_nd5rIC8m9grE_f_7AVLrVGtqt9tgg_yFBoiuD-RZ3PcMk9gzUl9z09dqNOo2S71AnXajRdLX_RxMi2GscTEe1WSH60h-dLLDbm7U1DmkSCiI3OeucL52kS9olrWmX9Hk2qyk)   Did you know that [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) can be stored in your refrigerator for *several weeks*? Or, if you prefer to keep them in a bowl to brighten up your living spaces, store for 2-7 days in an open air container away from direct sunlight. This sunny fruit’s ability to maintain freshness over an extended period of time ensures you can always keep a vibrant stash on hand, ready to zest up any occasion!   ## 2. [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) are grown in the finest Argentinean and Chilean Citrus Groves From May to October, the most fertile, sunshine-drenched soils of Argentina and Chile yield an abundance of fresh [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/). ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/8DJHozRNtKdu-9ynb9A_Nkxka4ZvWWA5iqq9jicmspdaXctLqsgpSm6OhfESTUaPRXqDVvfFh2WMlc5efF52VAPjPd6RDalOoqfxykcrxY_I6f8DE-hLc-LuWa8aMILBYDdUESSh7vAsVk-fk7yx0dI) ## 3. [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/)are a Vitamin C powerhouse Not only does this citrus gem bring a burst flavor to the table, one serving of [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) provides a whopping 35% of the recommended daily vitamin C intake! In fact, [during the Age of Exploration](https://www.usni.org/magazines/naval-history-magazine/2021/february/finding-cure-scurvy), sailors were given lemons and other citrus fruits to prevent scurvy, a disease caused by vitamin C deficiency. ## 4. [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) can be used as a powerful ally in the fight against food waste From using [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) zest as a flavor enhancement while cooking to drying their peels to use in homemade sachets to add a fresh, citrusy scent to your home, there are plenty of ways to minimize food waste with [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/). Check out some of our [Tips for Saving Citrus](https://blog.lgssales.com/3-creative-ways-to-reduce-food-waste-starting-with-citrus). ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/7W6q5FF13dj9OTyiMh3pvN09LUH5hS_hD60U9GkTre6Fv2T8laldAVjinL_h7mE22SHNkvMQTb2Q7or88fvl6BadCYZE2RlOs34QcKYxE8_AmPlgUC2SzBAoJ9Ok44k1LTi_jsiwmoeErRBv32W-vBY) ## 5. [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) are an excellent natural preservative Thanks to their high acidity, [Darling Lemon®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) juice can be used to naturally preserve fruits like apples, avocados, and bananas that begin to oxidize after being cut into. The citric acid in [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) keeps fruit looking fresh and prevents them from turning brown once exposed to air. Next time you’d like to save the rest of your apple slices or guacamole, squeeze [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) over the top before properly storing the fruit. ![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/0eVngF049gARO7WxgqL3YBp2Qxm4Ik0B-V1VbmjnCX-4VGXfAdkTx4HfrNAwB8tkE6L3kdU6pMytDisPafR47IncRlyNfBKLoJ9tqHDA7sb9xwiC-S4LpFN-1xb4-dCWDvJ3VBcX8bqQmLpeLvj9PTk) ## 6. [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) are incredibly versatile! Whether squeezed, sliced or zested, [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/) are the ultimate flavor enhancement to any meal, any time, place, or occasion! Check out some of our favorite ways to enjoy [Darling Lemons®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/): #### Squeezed into a glass of… - [Freshly Squeezed Lemonade](https://blog.lgssales.com/level-up-your-darling-lemonade-this-summer) - [Darling Lemon® Basil Mojito](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/lemon-basil-mojito/) - [Darling Citrus®-Infused Water](https://blog.lgssales.com/stay-hydrated-with-citrus-infused-water) #### Sliced and garnished in… - [Darling Lemon®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/)[Garlic Parmesan Pasta](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/darling-lemon-garlic-parmesan-pasta/) - [Sheet Pan Greek Chicken & Vegetables](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/sheet-pan-greek-chicken-vegetables/) - [Darling Lemon®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-lemons/)[and Za’atar Roasted Chicken](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/lemon-and-zaatar-roasted-chicken-recipe/) - [Darling Citrus](http://lgssales.com/)[®](https://www.lgssales.com/)[& Dill Roasted Tri-Color Carrots](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/darling-clementine-darling-lemon-citrus-dill-roasted-tri-color-carrots/) #### Zested and baked in… - [Gluten & Dairy-Free Darling Lemon® Raspberry Bars](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/gluten-dairy-free-darling-lemon-raspberry-bars/) - [Mini Darling Lemon® Cheesecakes With Gingersnap Crust](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/mini-darling-lemon-cheesecakes-with-gingersnap-crust/) - [Baked Gluten-Free Darling Lemon® Coconut Donuts](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/baked-gluten-free-lemon-coconut-donuts/) #### Juiced Into... - [Dairy-Free Suavo Avocado® Caesar Dressing](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/dairy-free-avocado-caesar-dressing/) - [Suavo Avocado® Green Goddess Dressing](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/suavo-avocado-green-goddess-dressing/) - [Darling Lemon® Tabbouleh](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/darling-lemon-tabbouleh/) - [Darling Citrus®-Saffron Dressing](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/kale-salad-with-darling-citrus-saffron-dressing/) [![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/nRe7SH_0JImIQReLCeGI-buR-2-fmOsA9r81WVGc1Lp2fc7-TVeb7AmHBWuOrMfo3jFl3vsLQXS08mO8MVZQ95Yjm3DrTcUhQDFaXcUAfqc3Tf4m3rsBYdD9NSAw3xOT64Jwmv_yvU3MtMrWVqDoy9w)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/lemon-basil-mojito/)[![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/rHn1zDr9HuXEFbvqIXdFQ0GR3h4Nx3w8Fykn2mrijJ-q7k3qAwIe1TBUxDea8TBbVQwZDJ0_qF9NW2vPmhW_Dqs9Two6lun6UQiaumgEZYzD7y6rT17ANF5KP5kbC69kDOvK9bYxs9sPGTo-8rBieEk)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/darling-lemon-tabbouleh/)[![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/Pvt1KdDIQC5-YXaB6Ublbq9VT_M-SauHpAPTxL5O1DSmIOJYwnS46QM5NcvPoVSSauyODlTQ7i97AnzQiSK8fSKP57NJJ4v9GtEIoXtQu4ZQkfYDk_r5I-5aDnN6HXmOByGJhHg26FDfOgEkb6i7qbE)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/gluten-dairy-free-darling-lemon-raspberry-bars/)[![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/OU4VJKvSxlEO9LuMcHrLKaFDytq7EmTuPXwjTh9hvAjj6y5B31RD8LT1a6oEjm_D3LBecxfNTf2IcV4DDVWtEt1481Kx2XcowZ8RnlvNTJ-uYRiBZYP2UuE83pA3C3O_6b8UC7lo0HEl20lhG1m98Lc)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/sheet-pan-greek-chicken-vegetables/) [![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/9c_1fC64A1WAXRemdADKs58szkPKOvhUVvznp5JBN-CtNANy87pUikXNZT0NV97PenMkAcIC-2Qx8w_ZLgUg5LaZlxRpurqlNWNa3rsc-sQ10Hc67t7xB7XAKLTPPC1e0wdUiR6BKbEVz3WZ2tP3NYc)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/lemon-and-zaatar-roasted-chicken-recipe/)[![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/OyUpeUCnGOWACKZKYKA-b2adGW0KeN2HuVWYT_Lmu2_NRBLYpXht79GYfNeAfbG9RYgrBVRnFLULb88ipCXCZDC-XoNoDc7Dh_RMQ-pwdFaElp0uvF7cVtHiSp-ipgWcGdt01o21nAn_Dk3yeCBVkj8)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/baked-gluten-free-lemon-coconut-donuts/)[![](https://lh7-us.googleusercontent.com/DAIkhIShgOepNzSbxP8MTg_ethiAVf-5-DMNE2ES8t9PvKCSgpKRexZLi_pR0Hl3bvL44VCO-7GT6oXz-HkeSuW-eZzXk1NBfJr7L1Y8wHMa-DPQTmEx5YSAK0_NxxuCoEH8gBSL-wU9svLZPV48mW4)](https://www.lgssales.com/recipes/dairy-free-avocado-caesar-dressing/)![](https://blog.lgssales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/image-png-May-10-2024-03-02-25-3570-PM.png?width=193&height=280&name=image-png-May-10-2024-03-02-25-3570-PM.png) Learn more fun and fascinating facts about [Darling Clementines®](https://www.lgssales.com/products/darling-clementines/), [here](https://blog.lgssales.com/7-fun-and-fascinating-facts-about-clementines)! *External links are provided for informational purposes only. 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