Lime Tree
Citrus aurantifolia
A tropical citrus tree with fragrant white flowers followed by small, green limes. Grown for both ornamental white blooms and edible fruit in warm climates.
Bloom time
Apr–Jun
Hardiness
Zones 9–11
Sun
Full sun
Water
Moderate water
Mature size
4 m × 3 m
Type
Tree
Bloom calendar
When Lime Tree is typically in flower across the year.
Growing Lime Tree
Plant it in full sun. It prefers moderate water. It is hardy in USDA zones 9–11. Expect it to reach about 4 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, in roughly 3 years.
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