I think my key lime tree is dying :(
va_canuck
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Is my Key Lime tree dead?
Comments (1)scratch the branches with your fingernail and see if there's any green color. if not check the trunk. if not, then its most likely dead....See MoreMy First Key Lime Tree
Comments (2)You don't prune citrus like other ornamental trees, db. Citrus bear their fruit on the tips of their branches, so if you prune those away, you're going to lose your next year's crop of fruit. And, as mgk65 suggested, do post your photos so we can see what you're trying to accomplish, and whether or not the tree needs to be in a larger container. Patty S....See MoreI think my Avocado Tree is dying
Comments (7)First, is that a seed-grown avocado, or a grafted avocado? If it's seed-grown, the nematodes have probably killed it. If it's grafted, it could be two things: 1) root rot - in which case there is not much you can do or 2) it was too dry for too long and the soil isn't holding water. Sometimes, even when it pours for days after being dry for so long, the water just runs off the soil and doesn't soak in. Dig out a little of the soil a few inches down at the drip line (end of the limbs) and see if it's dry. Also, look for pests in the soil while you're at it, because during drought, lawn grubs will eat roots to get water. If it's dry, put the hose at the base of the tree about a foot out and let it trickle all day to really water the plant. If it's too wet, then I'm afraid you probably have root rot. Look for signs of fungus in the soil, like white mycelium (white stringy stuff or clods of white dirt). Unfortunately, root rot that has gone this far is probably untreatable. You can try, though, by cutting the tree back by 1/2 and drenching the soil weekly with a lawn fungicide. Not much else you can do, really. The cutting back is so the plant doesn't have to put energy into supporting leaves and can spend its energy to heal. Also, a cup of epsom salts around the bottom might encourage new root growth. To know for sure if it's root rot, you have to dig up the tree and look at the roots. Sorry, that's all I've got....See MoreI think my money tree is dying
Comments (0)Hi everyone, please help me I over watered my money tree. Them I repotted it with new soil and the leaves turned pale and then they all fell off Except these stragglers. I need help please...See Moreva_canuck
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