Lime Tree Facts

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Overview

Lime trees are citrus trees grown for their green, sour-tasting fruit. One lime tree will supply more than enough limes for one family to consume.

Types

The two main types of lime trees are the Mexican lime (Key lime) and the Tahiti (Persian or Bearss) lime.

Appearance

The lime tree is a short bushy plant that is smaller than an orange or grapefruit tree. It is an evergreen tree. The height of a lime tree ranges from 6 to 13 feet. The Tahiti lime tree can grow to 20 feet.

Climate

Lime trees are susceptible to cold weather and cannot survive in areas that freeze, if left unprotected. The best climate for lime trees is damp, warm conditions that provide plenty of rainfall.

Leaves

The leaves on a lime tree are oval, dark green on top and lighter underneath. Leaves are 2 to 3 inches long.

Blossoms

The blossoms are white and could have a purple tint. The fruits range from 1 to 2 inches wide.

References

Texas A&M Cooperative Extension: Home Fruit Production -- Limes
Citrus Tree Care: Lime Trees

Who Can Help

Purdue Horticulture: Tahiti Lime
Purdue Horticulture: Mexican Lime

Keywords: limes, Key lime, fruit, citrus trees

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Diane Dilov-Schultheis has been writing professionally since 2000. She is a food and travel writer who also specializes in gaming, satellites, RV repair, gardening, finances and electronics. She is a member of the Society of Professional Journalists and has been published online at the Travel Channel and Intel.

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Lime Tree Facts

Overview

Types

Appearance

Climate

Leaves

Blossoms

References

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