Citrus leaves and peel are mildly toxic to cats and dogs.
Light
Plenty of sun
Water
Water when it dries
Temperature
10-28°C, not below 3°C
Feed
A little phosphorus and potassium while it's fruiting
Do this when you get home
- Put it somewhere sunny. Indoors, if it's too dim, the fruit drops.
- When the soil surface is dry, water it through
Day to day
- Keep it off the heater. Too dry, and the fruit wrinkles and drops.
- The scent lasts a long time. Even a fruit picked and set in the room works as a fragrant pomander.
- In winter, bring it indoors so it doesn't freeze
Common questions
The fruit dropped?
Not enough light, too much water, or air that's too dry can all drop the fruit.