Meyer Lemon Trees-How to Solve Three Common Problems

If you own or considering buying a Meyer Lemon Tree, you will want to know how to care for this beautiful variety of indoor fruit tree. These trees are generally hardy, but three nagging issues come up from time to time. Here's how to solve these three problems ...

Meyer Lemon Trees-How to Solve Three Common Problems

Meyer Lemon Trees-How to Solve Three Common Problems

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Meyer Lemon Trees-How to Solve Three Common Problems

Meyer Lemon Trees-How to Solve Three Common Problems

Problem # 1: Excessive Leaf Shedding And Yellow Leaves

If planted properly in the containers, most Meyer lemon trees are very easy to grow. A humid environMent, adequate sunlight, and consistent watering are about all that is needed.

Sometimes though, this and other varieties of indoor citrus trees will experience excessive leaf shedding or yellowing leaves. This is usually a sign of a pot bound plant.

If you need to replant, you may want to prune a few roots to ensurethe remaining roots have ample room. Untangle them and provide plenty of room for the roots to spread.

Problem # 2: No Fruit

Normally, when Meyer lemon trees are shipped, they are about a year old, meaning they are an established plant. Like any plant though, they need to adapt to their new environMent.

Under typical circumstances, your tree should bear fruit within a year. If you don't get fruit, we recomMend placing the tree outdoors in the warmer months. This allows the tree to be pollinated.

Another way is to have two indoor fruit trees. They will cross pollinate, which should solve the issue. If absolutely necessary, you can pollinate the trees by hand.

Problem # 3: Pests

Meyer lemon trees are quitedisease resistant, but depending on your indoor environMent, they may become beset with pests occasionally.

The most common types are moths, fruit flies, and mites. If you see holes in leaves, followed by excessive shedding and yellowing, check for pests. Fruit flies are seen rather easily, while mites are not. The best way to check is with a magnifying glass. Examine the leaves closely. If you see small white specks that move around, your tree has mites.

The good news is, pest problems are relatively easy to resolve. As part of our routine watering, we mix our trees. You should mix a Meyer lemon three or four times a week, possibly more if your indoor humidity levels are low. If the problem persists, a good all purpose pest spray suitable for citrus trees isyour next step. You can find one at any local garden centers.

Summary

Meyer lemon trees, and any indoor fruit tree for that matter, are an excellent addition to your home. They are fragrant, easy to care for, and add a distinctive touch to your decor. Most problems are easily resolved, and your tree will generally produces ample fruit and last for many years.

Meyer Lemon Trees-How to Solve Three Common Problems

"Elderberry Wine

Wine has for many years been made from the ferMentation of grapes. In recent times however, other ingredients that have naturally occurring starch, enzymes and other nutrients are gaining popularity in the production of wine. Other than apples and elderberries that are been ferMented with yeast for purposes of converting their sugars into alcohol, barley and rice are all the same gaining popularity in these productions. These drinks have their old history in countries like South Africa, California and Greece.

"Elderberry Wine

"Elderberry Wine

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"Elderberry Wine

"Elderberry Wine

"Elderberry wine", is considered to be one of the most sweet flavored fermented and alcoholic fruit drinks. It however has got a lower alcoholic concentration and furthermore, it is sweeter than most of the other alcoholic drinks. To make it more appealing to thetaste, you could consider mixing the berries with some strawberries, since they both contain the right amount of natural substances that give you the right taste.

The fruits that make this drink come from a shrub that grows in the wild and which is more productive in mid-summer. It does well in moist land and in areas that are fertile, those that have rich soils. The fruits are red and black, and for the best tasting drink, you should prepare them while they are raw. Do not cook them.

"Elderberry Wine

The Five Worst Foods Foods For Your Skin

Skin and Your Diet

The Five Worst Foods Foods For Your Skin

The Five Worst Foods Foods For Your Skin

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The Five Worst Foods Foods For Your Skin

The Five Worst Foods Foods For Your Skin

The old saying, "You are what You eat" is never truer than when it is applied to your skin and proper skin care. The Food you eat affects your skin-some Foods are really good for it, offering the nutrients and emollients that make it look smooth and young, but some foods can really have a "detriMental effect on your skin. Let's look at some of these "bad skin foods".

Five Bad Skin Foods

One really bad food that does your skin no good at all is caffeine. Present in beverages like coffee, tea, hot chocolate and colas, caffeine makes skin look Tired and old, and can cause spots and oily skin. Caffiene is a diuretic which reduces hydration and depletes the body and skin of moisture. Dermal layers – epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous,internal organs, and hAir and nails need fluids to replenish cells and maintain healthy cell growth. Cut down on caffinated beverages as much is you can-is that extra cup of coffee really worth unattractive, unhealthy skin?

Alcohol is pretty bad for the skin too. You know what a hangover feels like-that's what alcohol does to your skin, making it dry, irritated and even result in vasodilatation (swollen blood vessels) which makes red veins mar the surface of the skin.

Salt is another ingredient that can harm you skin. Salty foods taste great, but what is the effect on your skin? Salt causes tissues to swell, and the subsequent deflating results in less elastic skin. Have you noticed how your face gets puffed up if you've eaten too many salty snacks theprevious day?

Processed meats are another kind of food that your skin would be glad to avoid. The salt and preservatives in these meats leach moisture from your skin, leaving it dull and lifeless.

It's important to avoid junk food-cut them out from your diet and see how much better your skin looks!

Good Skin Foods

On the other hand, foods that do your skin a whole lot of good are fresh fruits and vegetables and of course, plenty of water. The vitamins and minerals found in foods like onions, eggs, asparagus and garlic help maintain skin smoothness. Beta carotene is good too-it's found in yellow or orange vegetables like carrots, peppers and squashes.

The Five Worst Foods Foods For Your Skin