Amateur needs help with lemon tree

3 years ago

Last year my lemon tree seemingly died, so it was cut down. The branches were dried out and decaying, leaves were gone, and obviously so was any chance of producing lemons. My plan was to remove the stump, but then this started happening (see image). So I decided the leave it to see what develops. What is the chance this will result in lemons? PS I know nothing about grafting.

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J C
Original Author

3 years ago

Yes, it was fully matured when I moved in 17 years ago. One year it produced monster lemons; many measured eight inches in length and the quality was superb. I believe I made a mistake in 2021 by having the gardener trim the top of the tree. It was a hot and especially arid summer in AZ and we didn't get our normal monsoon storms (much like this year). Currently, it seems to be doing well (see photo).

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poncirusguy6b452xx
3 years ago
If it was not grafted then 100%
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CA Kate z9
3 years ago
I agree, and time will tell what it is. Show us the leaves and there are those who might be of more help
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Dave in NoVA • N. Virginia • zone 7A
3 years ago
If it was grafted, you could have root stock regrowing.

If it was not grafted, you have the original edible lemon growing.

Root stocks for lemons will likely depend upon where you live and what the growers like to use.
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J C
Original Author
3 years ago
Unfortunately, I don't know.
Dave in NoVA • N. Virginia • zone 7A
3 years ago
What kind of lemon was it (Meyers are often rooted)?

Where did you get it (Home Depot or a good nursery?)?

About how much did you pay for it (rooted cuttings are cheap/ grafted are more expensive)?

Can you post a closeup of a leaf and the trunk near the ground as well?
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Fori
3 years ago
It looks like it was a pretty big (and old) tree. Depending on your area and climate, you might be able to guess the age based on size...was it there when you moved in and how old is the home?

Did it (appear) to die after unusual weather?
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