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Gardening Know How Questions & Answers - https://questions.gardeningknowhow.comI harvested over 150 limes off of this lime tree 2 days ago. At that time I also trimmed dried branches that had dried (yellow) limes. Today, I found the entire tree with dried leaves. Watering system is on so it was watered as usual. I gave it 2 gallons of water. It is as if it went into shock. See attached photo of dried lime tree.
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1 Comment To "Lime Tree Wilted After Harvesting"
#1 Comment By GKH_Susan On 08/26/2023 @ 7:49 pm
Limes need a lot of water and lack of water can cause dry limes. It's best to water deeply a couple times a week than to water shallowly more often. Keep it well watered right now to help it recover.
The branches don't need to be removed unless they are dead or you are pruning the tree for overall vigor.
Is your tree in a pot sunk in the ground or is that edging near the trunk? If so, when the weather cools a little, I suggest planting it in the ground in a full sun location with well drained soil. In the photo, it looks very close to two walls, which could prove problematic in the future.
Limes also need fertile soil to continue to produce well, and need regular fertilization. These articles should help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/dry-lime-fruit-what-causes-dry-limes.htm [1]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-tips-care-of-lime-trees.htm [2]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/tips-for-pruning-lime-tree.htm [3]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/what-to-do-with-yellow-limes.htm [4]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-harvest-time-when-to-pick-a-lime-from-a-tree.htm [5]
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-harvest-time-when-to-pick-a-lime-from-a-tree.htm [5]