Citrus trees are small to medium-sized, frost tender, sub-tropical trees whose fragrant spring and summer flowers are followed by a range of different tangy fruits including oranges, lemons, limes and ...

A citrus tree is a stunning holiday gift—but only if your recipient can handle the care. Here’s what to know before you buy.

The Meyer lemon tree is one of our favorite citrus trees because it's so unique and agreeable. A hybrid of a lemon and a mandarin orange, the Meyer lemon tastes sweeter and more floral than a ...

Worldwide, citrus trees produce more fruit than all other deciduous fruit trees combined. Many gardeners in Marin find growing citrus rewarding, but somewhat problematic. For problem-free growth and ...

Indoor heating lowers humidity levels and causes dry air. In the winter, using a cool-mist humidifier near your citrus tree can help prevent leaves and flowers from dropping off too soon. Or if your ...

When I was a kid, my dad told me the leaves of our citrus tree turned yellow in the winter to remind us it grew lemons. That did not explain why it also happened to the kumquat tree. Chlorosis is ...

A few common problems do show up on occasion, however, and you should be aware of them. Problems with fruit Young citrus trees -- those planted within the past three to five years -- often don't set ...

When life gives you lemons, make lemonade — but what about when life does not give you lemons? Well, you make the lemons yourself (with a bit of soil, gardening and patience for about 15 years!).