Add a touch of tropical freshness to your garden with this 3-foot Grafted Key Lime Tree, known for its vibrant green limes and adaptable growth. Ideal for outdoor planting or as a container-grown citrus, this well-rooted, grafted tree promises robust growth and easy maintenance. Enjoy a taste of the tropics as it begins to fruit within 1-2 years, delivering an abundance of juicy limes perfect for fresh juices, cooking, and garnishing.
This Key Lime Tree thrives in sandy, well-draining soil and prefers a location with full sunlight for optimum growth. The grafted root system ensures stronger growth and early fruiting while maximizing adaptability to different soils. Reaching a mature height of 6-10 feet, this citrus tree is perfect for backyard gardens or sunny patios.
For successful growth, plant your Key Lime Tree in well-draining soil and water consistently, keeping the soil moist but never soggy. During colder months, this citrus tree benefits from additional mulching or indoor sheltering if temperatures drop below its hardiness range. Regular fertilization during the growing season will further enhance its lush foliage and abundant blooms.
This beautiful tree is perfect as a garden focal point, fruit source, or unique gift for plant enthusiasts. Its tropical appeal and fresh fruit bring a blend of beauty and practicality to any outdoor space. While it is not available for shipment to California, this Key Lime Tree is ready to thrive in various other climates, bringing a taste of paradise to your home garden.
Key Features:
- Type of plant: Citrus Tree, Key Lime
- Condition: Live Plant, Grafted
- Mature Size: 6-10 feet tall, 5-8 feet wide
- Growing Conditions: Best in sandy, well-draining soil
- USDA Zone Growing: Zones 9-11
- Soil Type: Well-draining, sandy loam soil
- Sunlight Exposure: Full sun
- Expected Planting Period: Spring and summer
FAQ:
- How soon will the Key Lime Tree start bearing fruit?
Typically, this grafted Key Lime Tree begins producing fruit in about 1-2 years. - Can I grow this Key Lime Tree in a container?
Yes, this tree is well-suited for container gardening and makes an excellent patio plant when given full sun and proper care. - What type of soil is best for the Key Lime Tree?
This tree thrives in sandy, well-draining soil that allows its roots to breathe and grow. - How tall will this tree grow when mature?
At maturity, the Key Lime Tree can reach up to 10 feet in height if planted in the ground and around 5-6 feet in a container. - Why is shipping not available to California?
Due to agricultural regulations, this live Key Lime Tree cannot be shipped to California.
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