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Limes are always harvested before they have ripened. Not many people realise that ripe limes are actually yellow in colour, just like a lemon. By this point they are usually too bitter and don’t taste very nice at all. Sow seeds fresh from ripe fruit at a depth of about 1cm (½in) in John Innes seed or multi-purpose compost at a temperature of 16°C (61°F). As the weather and day length changes, so does the care that your citrus trees need. Because sometimes Citrus tree fertilizing is either done through the leaves or through the ground. Following the directions on your chosen fertilizer, which will be to either spray the fertilizer onto the leaves of your citrus tree or spread it out around the base of the tree as far as the canopy reaches. Do not place fertilizer near the trunk of the tree. What Kind of Citrus Fertilizer Does My Tree Need?

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The compost should be consistently moist but never soggy or left standing in water. Your lime tree will not tolerate having “wet feet” and soil that is left wet for too long can lead to root rot - a bacterial infection that slowly eats away at a plant’s roots and can be fatal. Enhance your camping experience with our extensive range of camping gear. Stay warm with insulated sleeping bags and cosy sleeping mats as you spend a night under stars Shop Sleeping Equipment > If you are keeping your plant inside remember citrus trees like lots of light and a cool but not cold room. A light room near a window or a conservatory is ideal. In winter, Keep your tree away from central heating. If you are keeping your plant outside choose a sheltered patio and it will enjoy the fresh air. Don’t let the roots freeze or become waterlogged – if the ground is frozen outside then the plant should be inside, or the pot wrapped in fleece to protect from the worst of the cold.Citrus plants flower all year round so ensuring they have the right nutrients during the colder months will help fruiting in the summer. Keep an eye out for any hard frosts and remember it’s not the leaves you need to worry about but the rootball – this must not freeze! Should the leaves drop for any reason, do not be immediately discouraged, as the plant will most likely grow a new crop of beautiful glossy leaves in a month or two, and flower soon after. If the summertime is particularly warm you may place your lime tree out on the patio to enjoy some sun. Just ensure that the temperature is not scheduled to drop below 5-10C. Lime varieties are the most cold sensitive of the citrus trees and it may not withstand the unpredictable British weather.

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Pests: The most likely pests are woolly aphis and red spider mite. These can be easily controlled with an appropriate off-the-shelf spray. Occasionally scale insect may settle on citrus, and can, again, be easily killed with an appropriate insecticide spray, or by dabbing with methylated spirit. Fancy a glass of lemonade made from own fresh lemons from the garden? How about a lovely G&T with a slice of lime from your very own citrus tree? Growing citrus trees takes a little effort, but the results are well worth it. Here are our toptips on caring for a citrus tree. Your tree will need a good amount of sunlight a day, put your tree in a location that gets at least 6 hours of good filtered sunlight a day. Especially when it starts to produce fruits. The more sun your lemon tree gets the larger the fruits will be. If yes, underwatering - your tree is in need of a drink. Fill up a jug and water the soil until it runs through the bottom of the pot. When grown outdoors in warm climates, regular lemon trees grow 20 feet tall and take up to six years to bear fruit. 1 For indoor lemons, you need a tree that stays small and delivers lemons sooner. Can you grow passionfruit in a greenhouse?If your citrus tree is starting to feel stressed it will usually let you know by dropping its leaves. Don’t worry though, although it looks scary, your tree is fine and just trying to let you know that something in its environment isn’t right. The Kaffir Lime Tree can be used for both its fruit and its leaves. The unusual bumpy skinned limes aren’t commonly used for their juice or flesh. Instead the tangy rind is grated into dishes for flavour. The leaves can be used both dried and fresh and crushing them in your hands will release the fragrant essential oils that are popular in Thai recipes. It also comes in a mini size with our Dwarf Kaffir Lime Tree. The most common reasons for citrus leaf drop are either overwatering, under watering or a dramatic change in temperature and humidity.