Citrus Mexican (Key) Lime, Dwarf This lime tree is a popular one, favored by bartenders for its juicy and delicious fruit. But its primary claim to fame is that this is the fragrant fruit used for the exceedingly popular Key Lime pie, a dessert synonymous with warm weather vacations for millions of travelers. Grow your own fresh limes and make this pie whenever the spirit moves. Trees fruit most heavily in the winter and continue to produce lightly the entire year. This dwarf tree is ideal for indoor or patio culture, just be sure to provide good light. Highlights & Hints - Heavenly fragrance of citrus blooms in your garden, balcony, patio, livingroom... - Generously produces fresh fruit over a long season - A delicious way to add zest to the garden! Common Name: Mexican lime, Key lime, Bartender's lime Botanical Name: Citrus aurantiifilia Color: Fragrant white flowers Fruit Color: Thin green skin with green flesh Fruiot Size: Small, a bit larger than ping pong balls Mature Tree: 5-8 feet tall and 5-8 feet wide Cold Hardiness: 25 to 30 degrees F, may be grown indoors Fruiting Time: Autumn to early winter Pollination: Self pollinating; a second tree is not required for fruit set Shipped Size: Potted tree, 24-36" tall Bulbs/Plants - Pkg: 1 Potted tree, 24-36" tall Basic Planting Information Soil Type: well drained Light/Exposure: Full sun Moisture: moderate; weekly deep watering is better than frequent light watering Planting Depth: plant at the same soil depth as in the pot Feeding: every month during spring through fall with a 16-16-16 fertilizer

You'll Receive 1 Potted tree, 24-36" tall