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Citrus Australian Finger Lime Tree

Citrus Australian Finger Lime Tree

Item Form: Tree Sleeve
$119.95
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  • Grow Zone

    10 - 11

  • Mature Height

    180

  • Mature Width

  • Sun / Shade

    Full Sun and Part Shade

  • Bloom Size

    need bloom size meta

  • Tomato Fruit Set

  • Days To Maturity

  • Fruit Weight

  • Soil Tolerance

  • Moisture

    Moist, well-drained

  • Description / Citrus Australian Finger Lime Tree

    Citrus Australian Finger Lime Tree is a semi-dwarf cultivar is prized for both its fruit production and ornamental qualities, making it a perfect addition to any edible landscape. This beautiful tree produces clusters of fragrant pink and white blossoms in early to midsummer, leading to an abundant yield of elongated, finger-like fruits in the fall, typically from November to February in California climates. The fruit, celebrated by chefs globally, contains caviar-like pearls of juice, offering a tart lime flavor and a unique texture. These fruits are versatile, used as a conventional lime or as a visually striking topping or garnish.

    Known scientifically as Microcitrus australasica and commonly referred to as the finger lime or caviar lime, this Australian finger lime is grafted onto semi-dwarf rootstock. The tree, adorned with handsome dark green foliage, stands as an excellent specimen plant. It achieves a height of 10 to 15 feet at full maturity (approximately 4 years) but can be pruned to maintain any desired size and shape. In cooler climates, this tree adapts well to container growing and can be moved indoors during winter, provided it receives sufficient sunlight. While a container-grown tree will not attain its full size, it will still flower and produce full-sized fruits. This self-fertile tree bears fruit independently, without needing pollen from other varieties.

    The Citrus Australian Finger Lime Tree grows easily and requires little maintenance when grown in warm, temperate climates (Zone 10-11). Native to Australia, where it grows as an understory plant, it flourishes in filtered light but also adapts well to full sun. It favors humus-rich, well-draining soils and should be protected from strong winds and freezing temperatures.

    Citrus trees will ship at the appropriate planting time based on your growing zone. Citrus trees do not ship in December or January. Plant height is 18-36" when shipped.

  • Product Details

    SKU: 29501
    Genus: Microcitrus
    Species: austalasica
    Item Form: Tree Sleeve
    Bloom Color: White
    Foliage Color: Dark Green
    Habit: Upright
    Light Requirements: Full SunPart Shade
    Moisture Requirements: Moist, well-drained
    Bloom Start: Early Summer
    Bloom End: Mid Summer
    Uses:
    • Beds
    • Containers
    • Cuisine
    • Specimen
    Special Features:
    • Edible
    • Grafted
    • Pruning Recommended
    Hardiness Zones: 10 - 11
    State Shipping Restrictions: AL, AZ, FL, GU, PR, TX, VI