The tree looks much better with the smaller, more proportionate leaves. I have been wanting to defoliate my citrus tree for some time now but I didn't know when would be best and like you said, doing it improperly could kill it. I didn't know whether to do in the winter when it's indoors and gets less light or in the summer when I move it outdoors.
Thank you for your input.
I have not defoliated a citrus tree. It might be better to defoliate in summer when the tree is growing strong.
Seek advise from a local nursery and hear what they have to say about defoliating a citrus trees. Also find out what the best time will be to defoliate.
Thank you for your advice.