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- Q.Lemon Tree - My lemon tree has produced excellent lemons for years. The current lemons are much smaller and splitting ? Thanks Gayle
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shaylaevans9 on
March 29, 2017
Vancouver, British ColumbiaQ.Lemon Tree Suckers
I am very new to gardening and have a lemon tree (not sure what kind) that is very special to me as it was a gift from someone that planted it as a seed. I recently repotted it because I saw that it was growing so tall. While I was looking online for more tips on caring for it I came across your website and learnt about sucker branches. I'm worried that the large branch on my lemon plant may in fact be a lemon plant. I have attached a picture. Can you tell me if this is a sucker branch and if so what I should do about it? Thanks!!
Answered by
Alisma on
March 30, 2017
Certified ExpertA.It is fine to leave all the branches that your lemon has in place. Suckers typically grow right from the base of the tree at the soil- you should cut those off.
Also, I would recommend repotting your lemon tree in a smaller pot. The issue with a small plant in a large pot is that the soil holds onto water too long, which can damage your plant's roots. Once your tree is a few more years old, you can move up to a larger pot. This article shows a citrus tree that is in a more appropriate pot for its size:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/potted-lime-trees.htmWas this answer useful?00
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- Asked by
Carole-griffin on
March 31, 2017
South GloucestershireQ.Lemon tree in a container
Some of the leaves are showing blackish patches which look like a mould of some kind. What can I do?
- Answered by
Alisma on
March 31, 2017
Certified ExpertA.This is likely sooty mold, a fungus that grows on honeydew, a sticky substance left by certain insects. The best way to control it is to control the insects:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm
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MShaheer on
April 4, 2017
Karach, PakistanQ.Lemon plant growth
My lemon plant is about 3.5 inches tall and has developed 9 leaves. When will it blossom and bear fruit?
- Answered by
Liz Baessler on
April 5, 2017
Certified ExpertA.The good news is that your lemon plant looks very sturdy and healthy.
The bad news is that you've got something of a wait ahead of you. Lemon trees grown from seed often take about 15 years before they actually produce lemons.
In the meantime, though, you have a great looking plant with wonderful-smelling leaves. You can read more about caring for lemons in containers here: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/growing-lemon-trees-containers.htm
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Anonymous on
April 6, 2017Q.Lemon tree
My lemon tree has produced excellent lemons for years. The current lemons are much smaller and splitting ? Thanks Gayle
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 6, 2017A.Weather changes and extremes can cause the Lemons to split. This is not anything that you can control.
Heavy rains during warm spells can also cause fruit to split.
If you also fail to water, then water heavy, the results will also be the same.
Soil should be a constantly moist but never soggy.
Dry weather spells followed by high humidity can also cause this issue.
Mulching the tree will help the tree moderate it's moisture levels.Small fruit can be due to lack of pollination and nutrient levels.
Follow a good fertilizer schedule.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/how-to-grow-a-lemon-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/lemon-tree-not-fruiting.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/learn-about-fertilizer-for-a-lemon-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/learn-about-fertilizer-for-a-lemon-tree.htm
http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/C107/m107bpfruitdis.htmlWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
April 6, 2017Q.lemon trees
Last year my meyer lemon tree did not bear any fruit. I read wheŕe i need to furtilize. I have 10-20-10 can i use that and how much ? Marie..
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 6, 2017A.I would advise using a specially formulated citrus fertilizer for your tree.
Here are some articles that will help you.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/learn-about-fertilizer-for-a-lemon-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/growing-meyer-lemons.htm
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jubear_4 on
April 6, 2017
93637Q.lemon tree has shiveled leaves what can i do to get rid of this
lemoin tree has shiveled leaves what tio do with it
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 7, 2017A.This could be due to pests.
Neem Oil is a good treatment.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/curling-citrus-leaves.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/leaves-falling-off-citrus-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
Anonymous on
April 10, 2017Q.lemon tree
tree seven years old- leafs are turning yellow, lot of blooms on it-am in the south and tree has always done well
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 10, 2017A.Leaves could be turning yellow due to temperature fluctuations, watering issues, pests, disease or nutritional deficiencies.
Closer examination of the leaves, branches and soil conditions should be done to rule out and help pinpoint the exact cause of the leaf drop.Here are some links to help you with care information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/how-to-grow-a-lemon-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/leaves-falling-off-citrus-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/tip-on-water-requirements-for-citrus-trees.htmWas this answer useful?00
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