The bug on my tree is just under a centimetre and is round. Can’t see evidence of chewing but some leaf curl. New crop seems ok. When squeezed they bleed an orange red colour. Beneath the hard top minute tendrils go all the way round almost like a tiny mushroom
This sounds like a but called scale. This is a common infection. This link will take you to ways to make your own pest control: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/organic/
This article will give you more information about scale: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/control-plant-scale.htm
My lemon tree has plenty of fruit and when they start to ripen they get little black spots over the skin. It doesn't penetrate inside but makes them look unsightly to use. Anyone know how to treat this. it has only started to happen in the last year. Tree is 20 years old.
This could be the start of a fungal infection. I would advise using wettable sulfur and dolomitic lime around the area. This should take care of the infection.
I have heard from many people that men's urine on a lemon tree now & then is very good for it but not women's as it is too acidic. Is this true or just an old "wives tale" ?
This is, certainly, an old wive's tale. Human urine can harm a tree without the proper bacteria to break it down into something that is useful to the garden. It is best to leave anything that comes out of a human out of the garden.
Hi I have just been given lemon tree (already has fruits) I live in Provence, hot summers, mild day time temps but often cold at night. Should I pot it or plant it out, if so where? Many thanks Yvonne Parker
This will depend on how cold it gets. Citrus can survive down a little below freezing, but they don't like it very much. If it remains above that, then I would say plant it. If it gets too cold, then I would say your best bet would be in container.
Here is an article that will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/how-to-grow-a-lemon-tree.htm
How much 8-8-8 fertilizer to use on a lemon tree grown in a pot?
I would follow all package instructions, as many companies use different concentrations, and therefore, different measurements. It may not be a complete fertilizer, though. Citrus fertilizers are amended specifically for them, and I would recommend these over an all purpose. Depending on the age of the tree ,it may need a different NPK ratio.
Here is an article for more information on growing lemons in container: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/growing-lemon-trees-containers.htm
What is brown stuff in lemon? I have sprayed for fungus, and it's not helping.
I wouldn't be able to help you without a picture. If you could upload one, then I may be able to help. Could you describe the problem in more detail?
We live at Mypolonga on the Murray river. This summer our lemons are all dry & brown inside when we cut open. Outside they look perfect. We have plenty of water and the tree looks healthy. Last year no problems. What do you think?
Usually, this is caused by a lack of phosphorus, or too much nitrogen. Both can cause the same symptoms. This article will help you in correcting the issue: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/citrus-fruit-thick-rind.htm