Thanks for your replies. Mike, thanks for your thoughtful insight. You are right, I am going nuts on the dolomite and will back off. Too much love can kill
.
My soil is oxisols which is old and weathered volcanic soil, acidic and frequently low in calcium. UH did a study showing that calcium will suppress root rot in this area. I know that I should do a soil analysis but have not gotten it together to send one in
. I will make a commitment to do it today.
Oscar, my plants for the most part are from Plant It Hawaii so I'm hoping they use seeds from some ancient tree growing in >100" of rain in Hilo. Your fruit are so lovely but I know it did not happen overnight. Patience is a virtue I think I have to work on...
I admit to being an OCD researcher when it comes to my trees.
This forum is so valuable to me. Thanks for all of your knowledge and willingness to share.
Aloha.
Jenna