[Ice]

I was given a kaffir lime plant for my birthday and although it came with instructions, I really don't want to kill it.

It's obviously a citrus, so I know about the soil.  How much water do they need in winter?  When do they need repotting?  Any other hints and tips welcome please.

It's in an unheated bedroom, by the window for now.

[DavidT]

Try this site for expert advice, Ice. www.davids-exoticplants.co.uk

[Ice]

Sorry DavidT, I couldn't open the page.

[DD.]

This perchance?

www.davids-exoticplants.co.uk/Citrus.htm

[DavidT]

That`s the one DD.

[DD.]

What a difference an htm makes!

[DavidT]

Doesn`t it just.lol

[Ice]

Thank you.  I've always wanted to have some citrus plants, so now I have one I want even more.   Just don't want to kill them.
 

[sunshineband]

That's a great birthday present Ice 

I'm sure the info link tells you everything you need to know about looking after it too.

Two things I thought I'd just mention
 -- don't panic if some leaves fall off as they grow back well
 -- and the leaves are great in thai curry 

[Ice]

That's the problem, I might panic if it starts to look unhealthy.  As an enthusiastic cook I know what it's used in.  It was just such a thoughtful present from someone I love dearly, I feel a responsibility. :blink:

[sunshineband]

Don't panic --post a photo and as thought by magic an answer will arrive 

Of course it might not be the right answer 

[Ice]

I think a photo would be good.   Might do it tomorrow.

[sunshineband]

I'll look forward to it 

[ROYAL=BD=]

hi all
while on the subject of citrus plants, i brougth 1 lime, 1 lemon , 1 orange 2 years ago.
like you say, dont worry if the leaves fall off , as they grow back very well.i have them in the green house in winter ( not heated) water once every 3-4 weeks in the winter. they are all now about 3ft tall BUT i have never had any fruit  any ideas why ?
thanks
john.

[sunshineband]

Odd you have had no fruit yet 

Are they named varieties, or grown from seed?