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There are a lot of dead small branches in the tree and small fruit.


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#1 Comment By Alisma On 01/01/2017 @ 6:34 pm

Multiple citrus diseases can cause dieback of twigs in a lemon tree along with poor fruit production, including Phytophthora or Anthracnose infection or Bacterial Blast. Please see the following articles for help with diagnosis:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/common-lemon-tree-diseases.htm [1]
http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/C107/m107bpleaftwigdis.html [2]
http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/C107/m107bpfruitdis.html [3]

Because diseases can vary by the region, it is best to also ask a local extension agent or other expert.


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