Citrus Plants Flashcards
1
Q
Which citrus are most tolerant of cold? Which are sensitive?
A
Tolerant: Kumquats, mandarins
Sensitive: Lemons, Limes
2
Q
What is a good rule of thumb for predicting citrus heat tolerance? Using this information how can you make a plant more heat tolerant?
A
The bigger and denser the canopy the more heat tolerant it will be. Don’t prune, let canopies reach the ground to protect trunk
3
Q
How are dwarf trees produced?
A
Grafted into rootstock
