My Potted Lime Tree Looks Fine And Grows Well, But The Tips Of The Branches Are Turning Brown And Dry.

Question

This tree is about 3 years old and is inside for the winter. I added citrus fertilizer last month. It produces a lot of side branches and the leaves look healthy, but the tips are drying off. What to do?

Answer 1

It sounds like, possibly, fertilizer burn. This can happen when a little too much is added. In this case, I would water, thoroughly, until water runs out of the drainage holes. Do this for several minutes. Do this for several days. Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/fertilizer-burn-in-gardens.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/what-is-fertilizer-burn.htm