I got a ruby red grapefruit tree about a year ago that I keep in a large clay pot. Recently I have started seeing a layer of gel like goo on the underside of the leaves and any fruit that starts falls off. I have no clue what this goo like substance is or what to do for it.
This is likely honeydew, which is the residue from pests.
Treat the plant with Neem Oil.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
Grapefruit have been really small last 2 yrs. This tree has always produced great fruit.
The fruit may not be getting enough phosphorus and potassium in the mix. Alternatively, they could be getting too much nitrogen. Here is a link that will help for all general citrus: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/citrus-fruit-thick-rind.htm
I live in AZ and for years I have had big beautiful grapefruit ready in November. This year they are small and still green. Why would that be?
The two most common causes for this condition are: Too much nitrogen fertilization, or not enough phosphorus. Often these problems are one in the same, and other times are not the real issue at all. Sometimes it is actually the pH of the soil that is off kilter.
Here is an article that will explain things in further detail: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/citrus-fruit-thick-rind.htm
I have 2 grapefruit trees that are about 25 years old, They have produced fruit for at least 20 years, this year however there are no fruit at all. The leaves look normal. Is there anything I can do to correct this problem?
Being an aged tree such as this, it could be that the tree is nearing the end of production. Although they can produce for around 50 years, this can be more or less. You can try to add fertilizers high in potassium (K) and phosphorus (P), and add a little iron sulphate to help with the pH of the soil. This can help the tree to have what it needs to bear fruit properly.
Here is an article for more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/grapefruit/grapefruit-tree-not-producing.htm
Last year we had large grapefruit and the tree was loaded. This year are very small. What happened ?
Too much nitrogen fertilizer can inhibit fruit production and cause small fruit. Or, leaving too many fruit on the tree can cause each fruit to be small. In that case, they should be thinned. Other possibilities are here:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/grapefruit/grapefruit-tree-not-producing.htm
I have a grapefruit tree that was exposed to temperatures in the mid to low 20s a little over a week ago. The temps have returned to the 70s - 80s this past week. We have had some high winds and today I noticed that most of the leaves and several fruit have fallen from the tree. Should I remove the remaining fruit from the tree? What other steps should I take to help this tree survive? I appreciate your help with this matter. Lee
Birds of paradise most commonly turn brown if they have been affected by frost or exposed to a drought. If your area has experienced freezing temperatures lately, this is probably the cause. It's best to wait until spring (when there is no chance of frost and when plants start to grow again) before pruning, which will help the plant avoid any further damage. Then, you can remove the damaged parts or cut the entire plant down if it all seems to be dead. It may still come back from the roots.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-paradise-plant-freeze.htm
I have a grapefruit in the ground and planted about 4 years ago. good size and condition but has never had a flower. what should I feed it with? Jill Sunshine Coast
Most citrus, especially those started from seed can take anywhere for 3 to up to 6 years before you see the first flower. If this grapefruit is from seed, then it is not going to be a grapefruit. The way the pollination works to get these makes the seed revert back to the parent tree.
If your grapefruit was purchased as a mature grafted plant, then it could be something as simple as a lack of fertilizer.
You should fertilize these once a year with a citrus fertilizer.
This article will give you more information:https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/grapefruit/growing-grapefruit.htm