Tahiti Patio Lime Tree
Zesty limes from your own patio!
Grown by Mike's trusted specialists
Europe
Patio Tree in a 5L Pot
70-80cm inc. pot on arrival
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Tahiti Patio Lime Tree
- With its zesty green fruits, glossy evergreen foliage and fabulously fragrant flowers, the Tahiti lime (also known as the Persian or Bearss lime) is a citrus tree of the very highest quality.
- Producing its fruits throughout the year, Tahiti limes are perfect for juicing, slicing into cocktails, grating into Thai curries or using to make a scrumptious Key Lime pie. Bosh.
- Citrus plants like the Tahiti lime are as impactful from an ornamental perspective as they are for their fruiting prowess. The delicate white blooms radiate a lovely aroma, held against an impactful canvas of dark, evergreen foliage.
- The fruits this tree bears are completely seedless, meaning no more fishing them out is required when juicing your fruit!
- If you’re able to resist using them straight away while fresh, then you can dry your limes, grind them up and use the resulting powder as a seasoning for Middle-Eastern recipes.
What to expect
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Hardiness
Self fertile
Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the Tahiti Patio Lime Tree thrives in a pot, which is highly recommended in the UK. Keeping it in a container allows you to easily move the plant indoors or into a greenhouse or conservatory when temperatures drop below 5°C during the colder months. Plant it in a specialist citrus compost and ensure the pot provides excellent drainage to prevent waterlogging.
How big does it get?
It typically grows to a height of 1 to 1.5 metres, making it ideal for patio containers and conservatories.
How much sunlight does this need?
It thrives in full sun and needs at least 6 to 8 hours of bright light daily, meaning you should move it outdoors in summer and keep it in a bright, cool room (above 5°C) in winter.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
This citrus tree requires well-drained, slightly acidic soil, so you should use a specialist citrus compost or a mix of loam-based compost and bark.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water freely in summer but allow the top 2cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Use rainwater if possible. Reduce watering in winter.
Will this plant need pruning?
Minimal pruning required. Thin out crowded branches in spring to allow light into the centre and maintain a tidy shape.
How hardy is this plant?
The Tahiti lime is one of the most reliable citrus varieties for the British climate, though it remains tender (H1C). It must be grown in a container and moved to a frost-free environment, such as a bright windowsill or conservatory, when winter temperatures drop below 5°C.
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