Meyer Lemon Dropping Leaves: Watering Technique and Pot Drainage

Key Issues

• Overwatering: Watering whole pot too often; citrus dries from outside in.
• Pot drainage: Must empty saucer within 15 minutes.
• Fertilizer burn: Use slow-release only.
• Pests: Gnats/fungus gnats indicate soggy soil.

Correct Watering

1. Check moisture at pot edge (dry) vs. center (moist).
2. Water only the outer edge until roots fill pot.
3. Water whole pot only when center is dry.
4. Use moisture meter near trunk and at edge.

Repot mix: 1/3 bark chips, 2/3 garden soil for drainage.