Citrus latifolia Lime 'Tahitian'
'Tahitian' lime features glossy dark green foliage that adds a lush, vibrant feel to your garden throughout the year. In summer, its white, fragrant flowers bloom, followed by green, rounded fruit that ripens to a cheerful yellow from mid-autumn to mid-winter. This versatile lime tree consistently enhances your garden's appeal, and it can even yield a minor crop of fruit outside the autumn and winter seasons.
Cultural
Thrives in a warm, full sun position and adapts well to most soil types, provided there is good drainage. To prevent pest issues such as citrus scale, leaf miner, and gall wasp, monitor your plants closely and apply appropriate treatments if detected. Minimizing insect attacks is easier when you maintain ideal growing conditions. Fertilize in spring and late summer with a high-nitrogen fertilizer to support healthy growth. You can harvest the limes while they are still green or allow them to ripen to a vibrant yellow for a sweeter flavour.
Landscape Uses
Planting lime trees as part of a fruit orchard provides fresh limes for culinary use, cocktails, and beverages, making them a practical addition to any garden. These trees thrive in large pots or containers, making them ideal for patios, balconies, or small gardens, where they can be easily moved to capture the best sunlight. Additionally, lime trees can be trained as espaliers, saving space while adding an attractive architectural element to your landscape.
Dimensions
Height to 4.0m
Width to 3.0m
Can be kept significantly smaller through pruning.
Width to 3.0m
Can be kept significantly smaller through pruning.