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Small, round fruit with a thin, smooth, greenish-yellow rind that is especially fragrant. Mexican lime is also known as Key lime, Bartender's lime, and West Indian lime. This the real lime that is famous in the Key Lime pies.
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USDA ZONES: 8-10 Outdoors, 4-11 Patio
 
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Description

Citrus aurantiifolia 'Mexican Lime'

Small, round fruit with a thin, smooth, greenish-yellow rind that is especially fragrant. Mexican lime is also known as Key lime, Bartender's lime, and West Indian lime. This the real lime that is famous in the Key Lime pies. The bright, greenish yellow fruit has a strong lime flavor and the essence is a favorite ingredient in cooking, mixed drinks and fragrances. When over ripe fruit turns a complete yellow. Trees are more bushy an are easy to be kept low, the leave have a very distinct lime sent when crushed. This plant is very cold sensitive and care should be giver to plant it is a frost free location. The Mexican Lime makes an excellent container plant for patio or indoors in colder climates. Ripens October to December
Characteristics
Fruit Color:
Lime
Ripens:
November - February
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Water Needs:
regular water
Soil Type:
well-draining
Soil pH Level:
pH of 7
Tree Size:
13' to 15' height with 8' spread. Can be kept smaller with pruning.
Years to Bear:
1
Pollination:
Self Pollinating
Bloom Color:
Cold Hardy:
to 40° F
Primary USDA Zone Range:
8 - 10
Secondary USDA Zone Range:
4 - 11
Chill Hours:
None
Size & Spacing

13' to 15' height with 8' spread. Can be kept smaller with pruning.

Plant 8' away from other trees and buildings.

Planting & Care
Lime trees can produce ripe fruit year-round. They do well in a rich soil mixture of native soil and grow mulch. This tree must have well-draining soil and will not tolerate standing in water. Citrus like to be grown on the dry side with protection to the surface roots. Mulching helps retain moisture and helps to stabilize the soil temperature. Mulch to 3 to 4 inches deep to 3 feet outside the canopy. Requires full sun, 10 hours a day. Trees tend to be shrubby, and will reach 13' to 15' outdoors but can easily be kept 7' - 10' with regular pruning. The delicate white flowers are also very fragrant. Mexican Lime is more sensitive to cold than other citrus varieties, protect from cold at temperatures below 38 degrees.
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