What better way to enjoy the hazy days of summer than to have fresh limeade, squeezed from fruit straight from your own tree, or adding fruit garnishes to your favorite summer drinks and dishes? This 1-gallon lime citrus tree will add height, color, interest, beauty and function to your patio garden, with the added benefit of fresh fruit. Pollinators love citrus trees and the seasonal sunshine will replenish the plant and get it ready for moving indoors for the winter if you live in a colder climate. This 1-gallon lime citrus tree can be kept on your patio during spring and summer, or moved into your home for winter interest when the weather gets cold in the cooler climates. Cold hardy only to USDA Zones 12-13, these plants can be planted in the landscape in areas that don’t get cooler than 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Grown fresh for you by Metrolina Greenhouses.
Lime trees need full sun, with at least 6 hours of daylight, for adequate growth; Beyond 6 hours of daylight, lime trees can tolerate partial shade, especially in very hot and dry environments
Lime trees must be planted in well-drained, slightly acidic soil; Water deeply once per week if planted outdoors and and add mulch when planting in the landscape; In containers, water when the top of the soil is dry to the touch
Citrus trees don't like standing water, however, they will drop their leaves if left dry for too long; If planted outdoors, lime trees should be planted a little higher than the ground to prevent pooling of water around their base
Lime trees are extremely cold-sensitive and because of this, they should be kept in a container or planted on a building's south side; Citrus trees need protection from frost, and will not survive outdoors in temperatures lower than 50 degrees Fahrenheit
Lime trees will be comfortable in a container with adequate drainage and room to grow; Indoor lime trees will grow to around 3 to 5 feet; Leaves may fall off when trees are moved indoors; Keep citrus trees in a sunny room indoors
Lime trees tend to be heavy feeders and will deplete the soil around them; feed every few months with a nitrogen-rich fertilizer or with compost if outdoors; If necessary, pruning may be done to maintain lime trees’ shape and height
Shipment includes (1) 1.00-GAL Lime Citrus Plant
Remove plants from shipping packaging upon arrival, water if soil feels dry
