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- Q.Persian Lime Tree Not Fruiting - Last year my Persian lime tree was subjected to a frost. A few weeks later half of the tree turned ...
- Q.Persian Lime Will Not Bloom - 3 years ago I planted my Persian lime in a sunny, well drained spot in my backyard. It had flowers ...
- Q.Persian Limes - Why are our Persian limes orange and seedy inside? The 5' tree was recently planted and was covered in fruit. ...
- Q.Lime Tree Not Blooming - I've got a potted Persian lime tree that's about 2-3 years old that has not developed any blooms yet. I ...
- Q.Persian Lime Tree In A Pot - I live in Tucson, Az. Over the winter, pack rats nearly destroyed my beautifully bountiful potted Persian lime tree. Once ...
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- Q.Persian Lime Tree In A Pot - Our tree, while inside, climate contoled, in winter, produced large number of flowers which started to turn into fruit. Moved ...
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Anonymous on
November 18, 2014Q.Persian lime tree not fruiting
Last year my Persian lime tree was subjected to a frost. A few weeks later half of the tree turned brown and died. The rest of the tree kept growing but does not produce any fruit. Will my tree ever produce fruit again, or should I just buy another one? Before the frost it produced regular and beautiful fruit. Thanks.
Answered by
Nikki on
November 19, 2014
Certified ExpertA.When lime trees come under serious stress, then tend to stop producing for a year or two to recover. Give it good care and it should start producing again.
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Anonymous on
August 18, 2015Q.Persian lime will not bloom
3 years ago I planted my Persian lime in a sunny, well drained spot in my backyard. It had flowers and a few limes already on it. It was full and about 3 feet tall. I have treated it for leaf miners regularly, following directions (I also have pink grapefruit and orange trees out front that I treat as well and fertilize with nitrogen rich fertilizer at the suggested times for our zone 9 in n. Florida). My little lime has not bloomed since. What can I do?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 20, 2015A.You may want to add some more phosphorus to the soil, such as bone meal, which will help promote blooming. Here is more information: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/phosphorus-plant-growth.htm
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Opmoochler on
February 23, 2016
The Villages, FL 32162Q.Persian Limes
Why are our Persian limes orange and seedy inside? The 5' tree was recently planted and was covered in fruit. Much of it was over ripe (yellow/orange skins), but when we cut into several smaller green ones, they were also orange inside. Should we pull all the fruit off and wait for a new crop (new blossoms) or do we have a weird tree?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
February 24, 2016A.Persian Limes can actually be quite yellow when they are ripe.
With that said, I think you may actually have a Mandarin Lime tree.Here is some links to help you.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/mandarin-lime-trees/growing-mandarin-limes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/persian-lime-tree-care.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/lime-tree-harvest-time-when-to-pick-a-lime-from-a-tree.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
USN Doc on
April 28, 2016
Waveland, MSQ.Lime tree not blooming
I've got a potted Persian lime tree that's about 2-3 years old that has not developed any blooms yet. I water and fertilize regularly but I don't overdo it. I did only just buy the tree about 9 months ago. The leaves are dark green and don't show any signs of infestation or disease.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 28, 2016A.There can be several different reasons for lack of blossoms or combinations of reasons.
Here are some great articles that will help you pinpoint the cause.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/lime/reasons-and-fixes-for-lime-tree-not-producing-blossoms-or-fruit.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/citrus-blooming-season.htmWas this answer useful?00 - Asked by
lynnedwardsmdo on
June 20, 2016
Tucson, ArizonaQ.persian lime tree in a pot
I live in Tucson, Az. Over the winter, pack rats nearly destroyed my beautifully bountiful potted Persian lime tree. Once I identified the culprits and removed them, my tree has flourished with beautiful foliage. However, it has not produced any flowers this summer. Can I do anything to force flowering or has the damage permanently destroyed its ability to produce fruit?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 21, 2016A.Certainly your Lime Tree suffered some stress with the rodent damage.
The link below will help you get if back on track.
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jrobertbm on
June 25, 2016
33030Q.persian lime tree
Persian lime tree has die off on large branches. How do I nurture my tree to keep it from dying? It had a lot of spider webs which I have removed. Is there a specific type of organic fertilizer or other organic product I can use to revive the tree? It is about 15 years old and is surrounded by sod which I do not fertilize.
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 28, 2016A.These links will help you with care information.
https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/citrus/limes.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/citrus/tip-on-water-requirements-for-citrus-trees.htm
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Kate Brennan on
April 9, 2017
73439, south central OK about 2 miles from texas borderQ.Persian lime tree in a pot
Our tree, while inside, climate contoled, in winter, produced large number of flowers which started to turn into fruit. Moved tree outside when temps warmer. Lots of little fruit, lots. Concern: fruit (attachment to tree) is very fragile and winds easily knock them off. We moved tree inside for short period, during rain storm, and the slight giggling from moving it also caused fruit to fall off. Is it normally this fragile or have we neglected to do something or too much of something. I dont over water. Thank you!!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 10, 2017A.Moving and changing growing conditions is best done in a gradual time period.
When moving from indoor to outdoor find a semi shade sheltered area and start with a few hours at a time.
Your Citrus should be able to acclimate to the outdoor area within a week or two.
Wind or heavy rains can harm the blossoms or fruit; so best to protect the plant from these extremes.Was this answer useful?00
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