When I first moved to Hazelbrook in the early nineties of last century, I had a wonderful lemon tree in the top end of the garden. It remained healthy and fruitful for a good decade, but then went into decline and died, largely due to some nasty sucking insects. I had kept them at bay for a long time, but time spent in Japan and tenants meant it didn't get properly looked after.

I planted a hybrid lemon a few years ago and it has looked sickly ever since, despite being in the same sunny spot. Today I potted it again in a moveable pot so I can create better climate control. I have to say that it does not look well and will struggle to survive the move, I think. Here's hoping!