Do kumquat trees lose their leaves in spring?

1. Will the leaves fall off?

It is a normal natural phenomenon for plants to drop leaves. If kumquat is properly cared for, leaves may fall off, but not very frequently. If a lot of leaves fall off, it means there is a problem with its growth, usually due to frostbite or damage to the root system.

2. How to remedy the situation

1. Increase the temperature: The temperature rises in spring and then drops back quickly, which will cause the kumquats that have just begun to grow to be frostbitten, causing the leaves to fall off. Keep it in a warm place indoors, or put a plastic bag over it to keep it warm.

2. Drainage and root pruning: After entering spring, kumquats begin to resume growth. At this time, do not water too much, otherwise it will easily lead to root submergence and cause leaf fall. Drain the water from the pot, take it out, check and trim any rotten roots, and then replant it with dry soil.

3. Increase fertilization: If there is insufficient nutrients during the spring growing period, it can easily lead to leaf fall. Fertilize once a week from the time new buds sprout to the time they bloom. You can choose soy sauce residue water as the fertilizer.

4. Soil acidification: Excessive alkalinity of the soil will be detrimental to the growth of kumquat and cause its leaves to fall off. You can add ferrous sulfate when watering, or water with alum fertilizer water from time to time to improve the pH.