Need help with my Eureka Lemon tree..
Dennis
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Denise Becker
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Question about my Eureka lemon tree
Comments (9)The mud dauber wasp is a beneficial. It lays its eggs in its nest and includes an insect, usually a spider, in each egg cell to feed the dauber larvae when they hatch. So, most likely the wasp is looking for spiders; they may be small to see without a loop. If you suspect spiders, or spider mites, the best thing is just to give your tree a good wash with the hose....See MoreWhat is going on with my dwarf Eureka lemon? (pics)
Comments (5)Thanks citrange, Did some reading and inspecting. I don't know why it didn't occur to me to check the underside of the leaves (even with the limited gardening I've done in my life, that's something I should have thought of). I think you may be right about the leaf miners. I've included a photo of the underside of a leaf I removed from the tree. There is an obvious trail, and the leaf surface around that area is shiny. Can anyone confirm leaf miner activity from this photo? Also, how long does it typically take for new growth to change from light green to the darker green of more mature leaves? The first flush of growth on my tree seemed to take about a month; is this what I can expect? I'm asking because I want to make sure I don't miss a sign of nutrient deficiency. I know I'm asking a bunch of questions in this post! Can I ask one more? :-) Is the roots growing out of the bottom of the pot a sign that the tree needs to be potted up? I know from my reading that citrus likes to be somewhat rootbound and potting up should be done gradually. This tree hasn't been in the pot but three months; I'm thinking it's too soon to pot up, but those roots have me worried! Thanks! Michelle...See MoreDwarf Eureka Lemon Tree
Comments (2)I hope it is not too late. I just saw your message. It appears to me to be a watering issue. I really do not think light would cause the wilting that I see. First I would check for insects on the trunk, branches and leaves - even underneath the leaves. The pests most likely to be on citrus are aphids and scale. Next, if you can, put it in the shower and spray it off well which will help control insects and soak through the soil well. If you did see any pests I would first spray thoroughly with insecticidal soap (aphids) or horticultural oil (scale or aphids). Be sure you get the underneath the leaves. Then follow up with water - just barely warm water. After the leaves dry off then put it back where it was. Do not water again until the soil seems slightly dry when you stick your finger in up to the first knuckle. When watering, water enough so the soil soaks in and a little comes out the bottom of the pot. I have never misted my citrus and do not see any reason to do so. I have two lemon trees, one navel orange, one key lime, and two grapefruit. One lemon tree I have had for years and moved with me to Alaska and back. Here is a link that might be useful: Edible Landscaping - lemons...See MoreEureka Lemon Tree - browning tips/yellowing leaves
Comments (4)Those yellowed leaves look like older leaves, in which case this is normal. If you are worried about salt buildup, flush the soil with plenty of water, perhaps 5 gal. How often one needs to water depends on, among other things, the nature of the soil mix and the amount of rain that falls. In my case, during the summer, I water only the trees in 5-1-1 mix about once a week and the ones in gritty mix about twice a week....See Morejenny_in_se_pa
4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoMeyermike(Zone 6a Ma.)
4 years agobklyn citrus (zone 7B)
4 years agoDenise Becker
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