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Meyer Lemon Tree

9 years ago

My 8 ' Meyer lemon tree is dropping yellow leaves and new growth is variegated yellow and green as shown in picture. I spray regularly for leaf miners and other pests, fertilize properly but can't seem to get back the rich green leaf color. Tree has over 100 new lemons ( 1-2 inches in dia. and growing) but I'm concerned about the lack of leaves on the tree, the yellowing and the loss of leaves. Any ideas?

Comments (4)

johnmerr
9 years ago
Serious Mg/Mn deficiency... Feed it more and be sure to add those micronutrients and you should see improvements.
Deeby
9 years ago
Chelated iron too?
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bill3653
Original Author
9 years ago
I have treated the soil with epsom salts but I will try to find some chelated iron and treat accordingly instead of using the Ironite I've been using. Any white spots you see on the leaves in the picture is residue left by the insect/fungicide spray.
hoosierquilt USDA 10A Sunset 23 Vista CA
9 years ago
Get rid of all the grass under your tree. It is robbing your tree of nutrients across the board.

Patty S.

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