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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    June 7, 2011
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    Nikki on
    July 17, 2011
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    Nikki on
    September 7, 2011
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    The sticky substance is honeydew and the result of pests, possibly aphids. In addition, the mold you see is likely sooty mold, which is also a result of the insect pests. Getting rid of the insects will take care of the problem. Neem oil is good for this. It will take care of both the insects problem as well as the sooty mold. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/disease/how-to-get-rid-of-sooty-mold.htm

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    Nikki on
    October 31, 2011
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    Yes, limes are actually harvested unripe and green and then, if not harvested, will ripen to yellow. This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-harvest-time-when-to-pick-a-lime-from-a-tree.htm

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    Heather on
    June 29, 2012
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    It could be lime anthracnose, which only affects Mexican limes. But normally, you will see symptoms on the leaves as well. Are you seeing any leaf spotting?

    Lime fruit are also somewhat prone to cracking. This is caused by either irregular watering or poor nutrition in the soil. In limes, where the skin is typically thinner, damage to the skin can make it easier for the skin to crack all around. You can kind of think about it like a water balloon that too quickly gets filled with water or that someone has pricked with a needle.

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    Nikki on
    November 5, 2014
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    shelley on
    April 17, 2015
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    The best thing I can prescribe right now is patience. It can take seedling trees up to 6 years to blossom and fruit with expectations of full production around the 8-10 year mark.

    Mexican key lime trees need a site that has at least 10 hours of full sun. For care instructions, please visit the following link:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/mexican-key-lime-tree-info.htm

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