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Key lime not watered enough?

Matt z5b - Greenhouse 10a

5 years ago

This key lime has been in the ground almost a year. This is the first time I have noticed the lower leaves yellowing. I was watering it once every two weeks over the winter. Now with the temps in the 70's F I'll water more often. OR is this normal leaf drop from less sun underneath? I am going to start fertilizing the citrus soon! Have you guys had this happen?

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Silica
5 years ago
Neither, Just old leaves that have out lived their life span. The largest leaf drop period, is during floral bloom. You tree looks to be in good condition.
Matt z5b - Greenhouse 10a
Original Author
5 years ago
Thank you! That is good to know if I see it happening on any other citrus.
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Lynda (Zn9b/23 - Central CA Coast)
5 years ago
I have a 25 year old key lime and one that we have had for a year. The older one fruits like crazy and always has some yellow leaves.

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