LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Evergreen
GROWTH HABIT
Tree
BLOOM SEASON
Year-round
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Tangy
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Non-GMO
PLANT TYPE
Fruit tree
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
1.5–2 inches
PLANT HEIGHT
8–15 ft
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
9–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
8–12 ft
PLANTING DEPTH
½ inch
GROWING CONDITIONS
Warm
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Key Lime be maintained as a compact patio tree?
Can Key Lime be maintained as a compact patio tree?
Yes, selective pruning and container growing can help manage its size while providing suitable space for root and canopy development
Can Key Lime be trained with a single main trunk?
Can Key Lime be trained with a single main trunk?
Yes, young trees can be selectively pruned to remove competing lower shoots and encourage a more defined trunk structure
How can Key Lime be positioned in a small citrus garden?
How can Key Lime be positioned in a small citrus garden?
Place it in an open sunny location with enough room around the canopy for airflow, maintenance, and future branch growth
Can Key Lime be grown alongside other citrus trees?
Can Key Lime be grown alongside other citrus trees?
Yes, it can be included in a mixed citrus planting when each tree has adequate sunlight, drainage, spacing, and compatible growing conditions
How can developing Key Limes be kept accessible for harvesting?
How can developing Key Limes be kept accessible for harvesting?
Maintaining an open canopy through selective pruning can make branches and developing fruits easier to inspect and reach
Can Key Lime be used as a focal tree in a patio landscape?
Can Key Lime be used as a focal tree in a patio landscape?
Yes, its compact citrus form, green foliage, fragrant flowers, and developing lime fruits can provide seasonal interest in a suitable warm-climate setting