Citrus Left Out in 28°F: Scratch Test for Survival

Viability Check

Scratch bark at soil line. Green = alive. Brown = dead.

Citrus cannot tolerate 28°F. Brittle branches and total leaf/fruit drop suggest death. But verify before removal.

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