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Is it missing some nutrient? Am I watering it to much?

2006-09-10 16:32:35 · 12 answers · asked by maae10 2 in Home & Garden Garden & Landscape

It's a houseplant

2006-09-11 01:28:58 · update #1

12 answers

When was the last time you fed the plant with a citrus fertiliser, this needs to be done on a regular basis to promote healthy growth and flowering (IE no yellow leaves & good fruit). You could also do a soil test to check the PH levels and correct if necessary. Your local nursery will be able to help you.

2006-09-10 16:55:41 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Here in the desert where I live, when the leaf edges start turning yellow it usually means that it isn't getting enough water.

In other areas of the country if the entire leaf starts turning yellow and they start falling off, that can mean that it is getting too much water or that it may not have the proper drainage. Citrus trees like to have a lot of water, but also need good drainage.

If you think that you are giving it the proper amount of water it could just be that it needs some fertilizer. It's best if you use a special fertilizer that is for citrus trees because it has the proper balance of all the right nutrients. If you live in an area where you can't get the special citrus fertilizer, try using fertilizer that is for fruit and nut trees.

I suppose if you are keeping the plant indoors, it could also be that it isn't getting enough light. Citrus needs lots and lots of sunshine.

2006-09-10 16:48:14 · answer #2 · answered by Quin S 3 · 0 0

If just the edges yellow and brown, it can be salt buildup.

You do not state if plant is indoors or outdoors, but in either situation, be sure when you water that you use enough water to wash the salt from the roots.

A little water lots of times is not good. Less frequent but deep watering is best.

Outdoors if you have clay soil, water will collect in planting hole, use gypsum (old sheetrock, or buy at garden center) to open up soil and improve drainage.

2006-09-10 18:13:48 · answer #3 · answered by disco legend zeke 4 · 0 0

On most houseplants, yellow tips on leaves means overwatering. If the plant is bushy, remove the affected leaves (they won't get any better). Allow to dry out longer.
Nearly all houseplants do well with less water in the winter months. Fertilize from Valentine's Day until Hallowe'en.

2006-09-10 17:59:08 · answer #4 · answered by amvanisle 2 · 0 1

Its not that you are over or under water it. A citrus plant is tropical, therefore high humidty. My guess is that your house is dry. Get a spray bottle and mist the leaves a couple times a week and wipe them clean about once a month.

2006-09-10 16:46:36 · answer #5 · answered by Slinky Redfoot 3 · 0 0

They are either not getting enough sun or they are being over watered. Only water when they are dry. If they are in a big pot they need less water. A good test is to stick your finger in the soil to the knuckle. If it feels wet don't water.

2016-03-27 06:30:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

a heavy draght , leaving exterior doors open on a cold day can cause the plant to go into a shock and yellow leaves are basically the end result

2006-09-14 11:34:19 · answer #7 · answered by monty 2 · 0 0

your citrus plant is missing iron!On florist shop you will find special substances for citrus!!!GOOD CHANCE!!!

2006-09-10 23:44:18 · answer #8 · answered by gabriela b 2 · 0 0

Pobably too much water, not enough sun.

2006-09-10 16:37:08 · answer #9 · answered by stringfellow 3 · 0 0

why did you buy a plant?
its a waste of money!
your not even taking care of it!

2006-09-10 16:39:04 · answer #10 · answered by humanitarian 2 · 0 0

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