Meyer Lemon Help

8 years ago

I've had this dwarf Meyer lemon tree for close to two years. Over time it stopped producing new growth. It hasn't bloomed since i got it. I've watched dozens of YouTube videos and still can't seem to correct whatever issue this tree is having. I've played around with watering, epsom salt, organic fertilizer, miracle grow, different kinds of soil, LED lighting.

Taking advice from previous posts, I recently bought Dyna-Gro Foliage Pro. Haven't had a chance to use it yet because the soil is still wet from a recent soil change. Some roots were nice and white while others were more brown. I removed a lot of the brown roots hoping this would help.

Is there anything else I can do to revive this tree?

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myermike_1micha

8 years ago

last modified: 8 years ago

Josh I am with Alanna..Your tree looks fine to me although at this time what you are doing is a great idea..It's the best time of the year to do re pots and root pruning, although I too am guilty of not root pruning.

I would give it a fresh well aerated mix and use a good chemical fertilizer and not bother with the organic stuff that is not reliable and clogs your mix anyways..

Give it a shaded...Give it a dabbled sunny area for a week or two and then full sun. With your hot sun, either a clay pot or a lightly colored one would be great.

Check the pH of your water too. If it's above 7.5, I would use vinegar in the fertilizer solution at least once every couple of weeks..

Also, get use to lifting your pots knowing when to water or use a wooden dowel or kabob wooden stick. Check the depth of the mix deeper than just two inches to make sure it needs watering...

Mike

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myermike_1micha
8 years ago
Hey Josh, where do you live? And, what kind of conditions does your tree grow under? What kind of soil choice?

That would be a start))

Mike
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Dee
8 years ago
If you are growing it in a commercial potting mix, that may be your problem. I used Miracle Grow Potting Mix for years and realized after finding root rot on one tree that I need to improve the drainage.
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nikthegreek
8 years ago
last modified: 8 years ago
Regardless of any issue the tree might be having with too wet feet, I feel it needs a bit of sunbathing..
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Alanna Migliacci
8 years ago
Things to consider:

A) free draining potting mix

b) sun

c) fertilizer

d) let it settle in and grow some new roots

It sounds like you’ve been trying everything under the sun and probably stressing your tree more in the process. If your soil is staying wet, you don’t need to switch to something like 5-1, but make sure to add extra perlite and bark to increase drainage and oxygen flow. Give that poor tree as much sun as you can. Use the foliage pro asap and then try and do nothing (impossible for me!) for a while. Good luck. The waiting is the hardest part for me
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Josh Bridges
Original Author
8 years ago
Thanks for the information so far. Here is a bit more info.

Soil - I have tried Miracle Grow and Miracle Grow for citrus potting mix.

Fertilizer - Dr. Earth Natural Wonder Organic for fruit trees ( I recently discovered this could be an issue. This is supposedly meant for outdoor trees because it can burn roots of citrus trees in containers.)

Pruning: I hear mixed stories about this. Some guides say do not prune while others state that citrus tress love pruning. I cut back crossing branches and those that go straight up.

Winter - Tree stays indoor. I use two 25W LED lights (recently bought a 1000w LED light for this tree and multiple other plants). Temperature is anywhere from 68-74 during winter. Normally have a fan that oscillates to help build strong branches. I mist the tree daily.

Spring/Summer - The tree stays on my deck. Gets at least 10 hours of sun daily. Watering when top 2 inches are dry.

Location: I'm in WV so zone 6.

I was able to use Foliage Pro last night. I will try my best to let the tree be after re-potting and using this new fertilizer.
Alanna Migliacci
8 years ago
Your tree looks healthy except for those old leaves about to drop. Now you just need it to grow! Good luck.
Josh Bridges
Original Author
8 years ago
Wanted to share an update on my Meyer Lemon.

I did end up replanting the tree again but this time in Tapla's 5-1-1 mix. Started using Foliage Pro to water and spray the leaves.

The tree has fully recovered and even has several flowers now. I haven't seen these in years!

For anyone here for research: stop using commercial potting mixes, make your own 5-1-1 mix. It's cheaper and every plant I've used with this mix is thriving. Last tip is to buy Foliage Pro. I spray this on ALL my plants now. They all have tons of new growth and look amazing.
kvetchlambkin (nyc 7b)
8 years ago
Aw I'm happy for you! Your tree looks much happier too. You can definitely tell there's a huge difference when I look at the original photo. Congrats!