Citrus x latifolia
PERSIAN LIME, TAHITIAN LIME
Rutaceae

 
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Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

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Pruning: Retain only one main trunk about 1.5m before first branches. Remove branches growing inward or obstructing access.

Fertilising: Use specialised citrus fertiliser.

 
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Citrus x latifolia
PERSIAN LIME, TAHITIAN LIME
Rutaceae

 

  Plant type: evergreen tree

Hardiness zones: 10-13

Sunlight: hot overhead sun

Soil Moisture: constantly moist

Soil: enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline

Tolerances: moderate wind
4m
Plant habit
 
4m

FEATURES

Flowers: strongly fragrant flowers in white

Flowering Time: early summer to mid autumn

Leaves: aromatic; dark green

Ornamental Fruit: green

Edibility: fruit, edible fruit


DESIGN

Garden Styles: suits tropical, mediterranean & formal designs

Uses: formal screen, informal screen, large planter, espalier, topiary

Growth rate: average

Maintenance Level: average

Skill Level: average






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