Lime at Wairere Nursery

Lime

The word Lime conjures up all manner of gourmet delights, but the one that springs to mind first is the slice that is perched on the side of a salt-rimmed glass filled with crushed ice and Margaritas! The tequila and lime mix has to be the world’s best. The lime is rarely consumed on its own. Limes are second only to lemons in terms of importance as a flavouring agent for foods, drinks and other, non-edible, products for home and industrial use. The use of lime juice and lime zest to enhance the flavour of rice, potatoes, salads, and cooked vegetables will cut down the amount of salt you need to use, and eliminate the need for adding fat. Lime juice is excellent in marinades, beverages, salad dressings, guacamole, seafood and barbecue sauces, fish and meat stews, sorbets, jams, and let us not forget Key Lime pie.

The lime is also famous for the role it played in 18th century English sailors becoming known as "limeys." Scurvy was the plague of sailors until it was discovered that when they received a ration of one lime a day it stoped. While they knew that it worked they did not know why, and it wasn't until scientists discovered vitamin C that they figured out that it was the vitamin contained in the fruit that gave the protection. Limes should be firm, glossy, and bright in colour. For the juiciest limes, choose those that are heavy for their size with thin skins. Avoid fruit that is hard or spongy and soft, although it should have some give. Limes are easy to grow, like most citrus trees, and they flourish best in full sun and will also do well if tended, cared for and fed, in a large container.

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Lime Australascia STD

aka Finger Lime

Citrus. Australian Finger limes. Known as the caviar of citrus with deliciously aromatic, smooth pebbled skin, with a crisp lemon lime flavour combination. Needs a sheltered frost free site to crop really well. Can be grown in a container. Evergreen

This is a versatile fruit for the kitchen whether used for marmalade, flavouring spice, eaten fresh or used to garnish other foods. Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): Std

Lime Australascia STD

Expected Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-130 cm ?

Currently sold out. New season fruit-and-nut trees available next winter. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.

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Lime Australasica

aka Finger Lime

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m

Lime Australasica

Current Stock Height: 20/30 cm ?

Container: 2 ?

$34.99

Lime Australasica

Expected Stock Height: 20/25 cm ?

New stock expected Beginning of October, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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Lime Bearrs

aka Tahitian or Persian Lime

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3.5m

Lime Bearrs

Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm ?

Container: 3.5l ?

$49.99

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Lime Bearrs Dwf

aka Tahitian or Persian Lime

Citrus. Bearrs Lime AKA Tahitian Lime. A tangy Lime with seedless fruit that is usually picked in winter when the skin is aromatic and green. Needs a sheltered frost free site to crop really well. Can be grown in a container. On Flying Dragon Dwarf Rootstock to keep compact. Evergreen.

Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1m

Lime Bearrs Dwf

Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ?

Container: 3.5l ?

$49.99

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Lime Bearrs Std

aka Tahitian or Persian Lime

Citrus Standard. Beautiful glossy green aromatic foliage, delicious green skinned, seedless fruit full of juice that can be used from spring onwards. Fragrant blossoms and thornless branches all make for a winning combination. Evergreen.

While it is common to use Limes when they are green they are actually fully ripe when they turn yellow like a Lemon. They will fall naturally from the tree once ripe. Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): cm x cm

Lime Bearrs Std

Expected Stock Height: STD-120/HGT-150 cm ?

Currently sold out. New season fruit-and-nut trees available next winter. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.

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Lime Kaffir

aka Lime Kaffir aka Makrut Lime

Citrus.The essential Lime to use for culinary purposes as all parts of the 'Kaffir' are strongly aromatic especially the unusual 'double' leaves - these are a vital ingredient in Thai and Indonesian cuisine. The fruit are green, rough and 'warty' and not particularly juicy. Evergreen.

The word "Kaffir" is Arabic for infidel or what Muslims used to call unbelievers. How it became associated with a Lime tree I have yet to discover. However in this case it has no relation to its use as a derogatory term in some cultures. Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2.5m

Lime Kaffir

New stock expected Middle of September, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price $229.99. Payment on order.

Lime Kaffir

Expected Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?

New stock expected Beginning of October, 2024. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.

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Lime Kaffir Dwf

aka Lime

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 1m

Lime Kaffir Dwf

This plant is in high demand and supply is limited this year. Add to your Waitlist for updates on next available stock.

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Lime Kaffir Std

aka Lime Kaffir

Citrus. Bearss Lime AKA Tahitian Lime. A tangy Lime with seedless fruit that is usually picked in winter when the skin is aromatic and green. Needs a sheltered frost free site to crop really well. Can be grown in a container. Evergreen.

The word "Kaffir" is Arabic for infidel or what Muslims used to call unbelievers. How it became associated with a Lime tree I have yet to discover. However in this case it has no relation to its use as a derogatory term in some cultures. Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size (HxW): Standard

Lime Kaffir Std

Current Stock Height: STD-90/HGT-140 cm ?

Container: 5.5l ?

$169.99

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Lime Kusaie

aka Lime

Citrus. A popular Lime for ornamental and culinary purposes. The fragrant white blossom has an attractive pink tinge. Aromatic foliage and fruit that is quite a deep yellow when ripe. The peel is easy to remove. Yellow juicy flesh which has a well balanced mild acidity. Evergreen.

This Lime originated in India but made its way to Hawaii around 1885. It is a common garden plant there and it is also very popular in Trinidad. It is more cold hardy than many Limes but is still best protected from harsh frost. Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White / Pink
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2m x 2m

Lime Kusaie

Current Stock Height: 40/60 cm ?

Container: 5.5l ?

$49.99

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Lime Limequat

aka Limequat

Citrus. An interesting Citrus that is a cross between a Lime and a Kumquat hence the name. Excellent bearing properties with regular heavy crops of oval lemon fruit that are juicy, acidic and full of Vitamin C. Can be grown in a container or in the garden in a sunny well drained position.

The Limequat fruit is very popular for culinary purposes and can be used as you would a lemon or a lime. The fruit doesn't have pips. Citrus Information Pages

Flower Colour: White
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2m

Lime Limequat

Current Stock Height: 60/65 cm ?

Container: 5.5l ?

$49.99

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