On our lime tree each lime, as it grows full, starts forming a stump. It looks like a miniature version of a tree stump on a lime. I haven't done too much research yet, but being online in this site I wondered if you have a possible clue/know how or what it is/might be and how to treat if it is a health hazard.
I have not found any information on a disease of lime trees that has the issue you describe.
If you wanted to send an image it could help with identifying the problem.
Here are some links for you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-tips-care-of-lime-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/problems-lime-trees.htm
My two year old lime tree has heaps of flowers and buds for the first time but the foliage is yellow and curled. Will this affect the fruit quality? I have given it a feed a few weeks ago and will do again next week. Besides watering and feeding, what else can I do to ensure all these flowers and buds develop into fruit before falling? We've had a few big wind storms and the flowers have stayed intact and seem stable, whereas last year they fell off just after flowering.
This could be a symptom of a few different issues, watering, pests or nutrient issues.
Here is a link to help you pinpoint the problem.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/curling-citrus-leaves.htm
Lime tree was really productive and now appears to be dying, so what can I do? Half the tree still has some fruit but other half is practically dry and twigs can be snapped off.
Leaf and twig die back are generally due to plant stress or disease.
Verify the watering and fertilizer schedule.
I'm listing several links to help you closer pinpoint the issues.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-tips-care-of-lime-trees.htm
You should inspect the tree carefully to look for signs of pests or disease on the leaves, fruit or trunk of the tree.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/problems-lime-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-tips-care-of-lime-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/greasy-spot-fungus.htm
I have a lime tree about 5 feet high which I planted in my garden. However, the fruits are small, about 1.5 cm. When I bought the plant from a grower, the whole plant was blooming with fruits and they are more than 3 cm in diameter. How can I improve the size of the fruit? Looking forward to your expert advice. Thank you Paddy Tan (email address paddytstan@gmail.com
Citrus Trees are heavy feeders and need regular fertilizing.
Even watering and plenty of warm sunshine are key components.
Here is a link with more information.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-tips-care-of-lime-trees.htm
Lime bush has a yellow green color, why?
Your plant may be suffering from watering issues; to much or to little.
Nutrition, lighting and insects are possible causes.
Make sure you use a fertilizer that is specially formulated for Citrus.
Soil should be a ph of 7 or neutral.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/potted-lime-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/problems-lime-trees.htm
In the picture you will see limes and and in the other bowl what looks like lemons. Well, they came from the same tree. My dad and I are in disagreement. My tree has always produced green limes but this year has been different. Even before they have turned yellow, the inside was never green. And they were growing bigger than the normal lime's shape and size. Can you tell me why this happened this way? My orange tree did the same thing - oranges on one side and what looks like grapefruit on the other side of the tree.
It is entirely possible that your tree was grafted with both a lemon and lime unto a root stock.
They are called cocktail trees and are possible because lemons and limes are in the same genus, Citrus.
This is not naturally occurring, it is created artificially by the growers.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lemons/harvesting-lemons.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-harvest-time-when-to-pick-a-lime-from-a-tree.htm
Unfortunately, whilst away on holidays, our lime tree was not watered. The leaves have all now dropped off so I was unsure whether or not I should cut the branches back.
Limes Trees are actually quite hardy and it will likely recover with care.
I would actually set the pot into a bucket of water to get the roots rehydrated. Then allow the excess water to drain off.
Wait to trim back the plant until you begin to see new growth.
Here is some links to refresh you on the care requirements.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/potted-lime-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-leaf-drop-why-a-lime-tree-is-losing-leaves.htm