Lime
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.
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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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PAGE 1 2 ALL aka Tahitian or Persian Lime 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. Lime Bearrs This plant is in high demand. Pre-order now for allocation on next available stock. No payment until order can be filled. Lime Bearrs Current Stock Height: 140/180 cm ? Container: 45l ? $189.99 Lime Bearrs Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ? Container: 15l ? $59.99 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. Lime Bearrs Dwf Current Stock Height: 70/80 cm ? Container: 4.7l ? $39.99 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. Lime Bearrs Std New stock expected Middle of June, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $169.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
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. Lime Kaffir New stock expected Middle of August, 2022. Pre-order now. Estimated price $39.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
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.
Lime Limequat New stock expected Middle of July, 2022. Pre-order now. Estimated price $39.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Mandarin Lime Citrus. Mandarin Lime. This Citrus has a bit of an identity crisis in that it looks like a Mandarin but tastes like a lime. It hails from India and its a vigorous grower with light green foliage and relatively few thorns. The fruit is considered superior for marmalade production. Evergreen. Lime Rangpur This plant is in high demand. Pre-order now for allocation on next available stock. No payment until order can be filled. aka Key Lime Citrus. This variety is great for that small garden or entertaining area. It is also popular grown in pots for balcony living. The fruit is used in cooking and as decoration and flavour in drinks. These plants are classic additions to any garden. Evergreen. Lime Sublime New stock expected Winter, 2022. Pre-order now. Estimated price $59.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Tahitian Lime Citrus. Aromatic foliage, highly scented flowers and delicious small juicy fruit. What more could you want. Harvest the fruit when green for that really tangy zing. The fruit gradually turns yellow when fully ripe. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen. Lime Tahitian Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm ? Container: 3l ? $39.99 Lime Tahitian Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm ? Container: 15l ? $59.99 aka Tahitian Lime Citrus. Aromatic foliage, highly scented flowers and delicious small juicy fruit. Harvest the fruit when green for that really tangy zing. The fruit gradually turns yellow when fully ripe. Keep clipped in shape to maintain the standard. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen. Lime Tahitian Std Current Stock Height: STD-110/HGT-150 cm ? Container: 8l ? $169.99 aka Limequat Citrus. Not only is this a great decorative plant the fruit which are produced in good quantities can be used for culinary purposes. Glossy green foliage, fragrant white blossom and small yellow fruit with edible skin that are a cross between a Lime and a Kumquat. Evergreen. Limequat Eustis Current Stock Height: 40/60 cm ? Container: 3l ? $39.99
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 3.5m
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1m
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.
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: Standard
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.
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2.5m
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.
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2m
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2m x 1.5m
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1.2m
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2.5m x 2m
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: Standard
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Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2m x 1.5m
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