Caring for a Lemon/Lime Tree in a Pot

Lemon/Lime trees like full sun, especially in the morning.

They also like to be well sheltered from prevailing winds.

They do not like sandy soil.

They like to be kept well-watered.

Lemon/Lime trees are very hungry feeders.

They need a regular feed of nitrogen-rich fertilizer.

This is best given in a liquid form every 2 - 3 weeks.

Also spray the liquid nitrogen onto the leaves.

Seaweed extract gives all plants a tonic boost.

Give your lemon tree a boost with a seaweed extract every 2 - 3 weeks. Also spray the leaves with the seaweed extract.

Your lemon/lime tree should have been potted into a rich potting mix.

Keep it rich by adding a slow release nitrogen-rich fertilizer every couple of months.

It is also worth applying a complete citrus food every 2 to 3 months.

Leaf miner is a common cause of leaf curl in lemon/lime trees.

Keep this pest under control by spraying with white oil every 2 - 3 weeks. Spray all leaves liberally.