Pick very green lemons if you prefer a more sour fruit; the yellower it gets, the sweeter it will be. Lemons will continue to ripen even after they've been plucked from the tree. The lemons may still be green when they reach the right size, and this is okay. The size is actually more important than the shade of the fruit. A squishy lemon has been left on the branch too long. Grab the lemon firmly in one hand and twist it around on the branch. It should snap off fairly easily. If you prefer, you could also use a clean pair of gardening shears to cut the lemon from the tree. Avoid pulling the lemon off, as this could damage the branch or even detach it completely from the tree. from March to May so it stays healthy. The best time to prune your tree is after most of the lemons have been harvested but before the new buds begin to bloom. Depending on your climate, prune sometime between late winter and early spring. Pruning is essential to keeping the tree healthy and promoting new growth. Cut the branch at a 45-degree angle and never cut it back all the way to the main trunk. Focus on pruning the longest and gangliest of the branches and leave the thicker, more established branches alone. Trim back all low-hanging, downward-facing branches that are reaching toward the soil. Also take time to pluck away dead leaves from the branches and remove fallen ones from the soil whenever you notice them. Keeping your lemon tree pruned is a great first step to preventing unwanted pests from making their home in your tree. If you notice spider mites or aphids, use a hose to knock them off of the tree (do this outdoors). If problems persist, or if there are other pests on the plant, you can use an insecticide or horticultural oil to help protect your treejust make sure to ask a professional and follow instructions so you don't accidentally harm your lemon tree. Some of the more common pests are: Red mites: small, red insects that eat leaves and twigs on citrus plants Spider mites: small, white insects that are more common in cooler climates Citrus mealybugs: Small, flat, oval, and wingless, these creatures are covered with a wax-like substance that looks puffy Citrus whiteflies: small, white, winged insects that appear on the underside of citrus leaves
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One-sentence summary -- Pick lemons once they are firm and 2 to 3 inches (5.1 to 7.6cm) in size. Twist the fruit gently until it breaks off of the branch. Prune your lemon tree Use clean shears to trim each new shoot down to half its original length. Keep an eye out for pests to treat any problems that arise.

For most women, vaginal discharge is perfectly normal and can range from being clear to milky white. Abnormal discharge will look greenish-yellow and frothy. A strong odour is also a sign of abnormal discharge. Trichomoniasis is spread through contact with vaginal discharge which happens most often during vaginal intercourse. However, non-sexual transmission can sometimes occur from penetration from other items like douche nozzles. Fortunately, the parasite can only last up to 24 hours outside of the body. Trichomoniasis can cause redness, burning, and itching sensations at the genitals in some infected individuals. These symptoms may indicate a possible trichomoniasis infection or that of another STI. Trichomoniasis causes irritation within the vaginal canal or vulva. Vaginal irritation can be normal if the irritation only lasts for a few days or gets better after treatment. However, if irritation persists or gets worse, it's best to talk to your doctor about it and get it properly diagnosed and treated. Trichomoniasis can cause inflammation and soreness in the genitals that can make intercourse uncomfortable. See a physician if you experience these symptoms, and do not participate in intercourse until you have been tested for STIs or STDs. Avoid all forms of sexual intercourse including anal and oral sex until you've been tested and cleared. You should also inform your sexual partner or partners if you suspect you have an STI/STD and encourage them to also get tested and treated. Some clinics will help you inform your partners anonymously by giving them a contact slip that lets them know they have been exposed to a sexually transmitted infection. It won't have your name on it and it won't necessarily tell them what the infection is.
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Monitor your vaginal discharge. Recognize abnormal genital symptoms. Do not ignore painful or unpleasant sexual intercourse or urination.