Taking care of plants is rewarding, especially when it comes to fruit trees or other edible plants. But it quickly becomes a stressful endeavor when you spot a mystery problem, such as your citrus ...

The bacterial pathogen Xanthomonas citri, which causes canker disease in citrus trees, activates selected parts of the fruit ...

Scientists at the University of Florida are testing a new type of citrus tree that can fight off the tiny insects responsible ...

Research using oak leaves on citrus trees to combat citrus greening has been fruitful so far. Some growers say it’s been a lifesaver, but others say it’s not enough. When Ben Bateman first started ...

Photo: Jeffrey B. Jones The dark spots on the leaves and fruit of the lemon tree are typical symptoms of citrus canker, which ...

Curls can be cute on a person’s hair, on poodles, sheep, and, of course, on a pig’s tail. But they’re not so cute on trees or plants. 99.9% of us have seen leaf curl on citrus trees. Disturbing as ...

Ensure that you are watering your plant according to its needs—not too much, and not too little. Check your plant regularly for signs of pests, fungus, or other topical maladies. Consider if your ...