Mexican Key Lime


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Description

Make Key Lime Pie With Your Home Grown Key Limes!

A dwarf citrus tree that doesn’t get much taller than 6 feet is perfect for a container.  Grown as more of a bushy tree, The Mexican Key Lime tree is a heavy producer with 2 harvests per year. In colder climates (grow zones 4 to 7), simply bring the container indoors during winter. Just be sure to keep it near a sunny window. Also referred to as a West Indian Lime.

Botanical Name: Citrus × aurantiifolia
Average Height: 5 – 7 feet
Average Width: 4 – 6 feet
Sunlight: full sun
Spacing: 4 feet
Grow Zones: 8 to 11 outdoors | 4 to 11 patio

US Hardiness Grow Zone Map

USDA Hardiness Grow Zone Map

Frequently Asked Questions

 

How fast do Mexican Key Lime trees grow?

They are considered a moderate grower. You can expect 12 to 24 inches of new growth per year.

How big do Mexican Key Lime trees get?

Grown outdoors, they can get 10 to 12 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide. They are, however, very easy to keep pruned to smaller dimensions if desired.

Can Mexican Key Lime trees be grown in containers?

Yes! This allows anyone to grow them. Simply bring them indoors during colder weather. Just keep them near a southern facing sunny window.

 

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