Nice looking tree, I would get rid of the tree stakes and lines you have tied to the trunk. I would also remove what I think is gravel on top of the root ball. Other than that it looks good.
Evan

I placed the stakes with the fishing line because I just transplanted today and we have been getting some strong wind here in florida wherw I live ita just going to be there for about a week or so amd the gravel is just a little to help with the drainage let me know if thats a bad idea

Josecitrus,
Evdesert just said get rid of the gravel.
Read the answer you received again.
No mulch?

I will remove the gravel from the tree can someone help how many times to water and how much water to apply to a tree this size?. I just planted and applied some root stimulator today is that ok?

Some nurseries suggest using a B1 transplant helper (FWG I think) for a few waterings to help with shock. I don't suppose it could hurt except maybe your wallet.

For your tree, you are going to need to check the soil for moisture after watering to figure out what your drainage/evaporation is like. That will change with the seasons I bet. It's better to have less frequent, deep waterings. Also, you want to water out at the drip line to encourage the roots to spread and please try to avoid splashing water on the trunk.

And get that gravel off of there :P

Congrats, great looking tree!

Thanks to everyone for the great advice will hopefully post pictures when tree matures

Don't worry about the gravel - will not hurt or help. Make sure you've got a nice watering well dug around the drip line (edge of the tree canopy and somewhat beyond - this is where the feeder roots will migrate to). Make sure the well is lower than the tree at the trunk and soil line. Wood stakes are perfectly fine as long as you let the tree flex some in the wind, until it gets established. A strong wind gust with a newly planted tree can spell the demise of the tree, so you're fine for now. After about 6 months, if you see the tree is well established, and, if you haven't got it planted in an area that is prone to wind gusts, you can un-stake the tree. Skip B1, doesn't work, waste of money. Water well, once you see some flush, you can start fertilizing with a good quality citrus fertilizer with the proper NPK ratio (as close to 5-1-3 as you can), plus all the micros. Broacast the fertilizer under the tree, with attention to the water well (again, where the feeder roots will be). Always water your tree first, fertilize, then water in. Fertilize 3 to 4 times a year during the growing season. Water frequently enough to soak down 18". "Deep" watering is really a waste with citrus, as their feeder roots are rather superficial - within the first 18 to 24 inches of the soil, so deep enough to penetrate down about 24" is fine. Water when you see the tree is having cupped leaves. Depends entirely on your amount of rainfall, day time high temps, as well as the soil type (clay, loam, sand, DG, etc.)

Patty S.

All great advice. Funny story about B-1, even though years ago most nursery people knew it didn't do anything, they still recommended B-1 to newbie gardeners because it insured they would at least give the tree it's most needed additive for the first few months; Water.

Tell someone to water it regularly and they tend to forget, tell them they need to apply an amazing tonic that prevented shock, every week or so and they tend to remember. Human nature, lol.

Thanks again for the great help specially to hoosierquilt its great to learn something new everyday that's why I love this forum

Thanks for the irrigation knowledge. I am sure i have been wasting water trying to create deep tap roots.

I have created a series of several french drains which drain eventually into grassy areas so I feel like the waste is minimal. I also like the idea of recycling the FP or organic fert i use uphill.

Tap roots do not absorb (much) water. They're there to anchor the tree :-) The feeder roots, however, which exist in the top 18 to 24" of the soil out to and somewhat beyond the drip line of the tree are what provide the tree with nutrients and water. And, your idea to french drain to your lawn is brilliant.

Patty S.