Our lime tree is losing leaves but producing flowers and fruit. What would cause this?

Question

We live in southwest Florida. This is the rainy season now so there is plenty of water. Tree was newly planted about 6 months ago. There were plenty of leaves then. The tree produced some flowers and fruit shortly after planting. The branches have few leaves but again, has flowers and small limes starting.

Answer 1

The leaf drop can be related to watering or fertilization. Here is information that addresses lime leaf drop:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-leaf-drop-why-a-lime-tree-is-losing-leaves.htm