Super cost-effective Lime ‘Tahiti’ (Citrus Fruit)Citrus x latifoliaPersian Lime, Bearss Lime, Tahiti Lime, Patio Fruit Tree

Lime Tahiti

Quality homegrown limes!

Do you like lime in your gin and tonic? or fancy making your own key lime pie? Why not try the delicious taste and awarding process of using your own homegrown produce. The Lime ‘Tahiti’ produces bright green, zesty fruits throughout the year which are juicy and delicious. It also makes an attractive feature on the patio or wherever you choose to grow, with small clusters of white flowers blossoming too. Against the glossy dark green foliage, these are stunning in themself but also produce a delightful fragrance. 

The seedless lime fruits grow in abundance but can take up to a year to ripen. However, their taste is worthwhile and provide quality. If you miss the chance to pick your limes when perfectly ripe they will eventually turn yellow on the tree. Once harvested, Limes will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Lime trees are capable of surviving brief periods below 0C, but for the best result, grow in a large container and move indoors to a bright frost free position from autumn to spring. You don’t need to worry about a pollination companion, because this tree is self fertile. Propagated onto ‘PS’ rootstock. Height: 250cm (78″). Spread: 150cm (59″).

Plant citrus trees in patio containers in a mix of ericaceous compost and neutral, soil based compost such as John Innes No. 3. Repot the plant at its original soil level and firm well into the new container. Water well and position in a frost free position in full sun.

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