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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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.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 3.5m
Lime Bearrs
Current Stock Height: 180/200 cm ?
Container: 45l ?
$189.99
Lime Bearrs
Current Stock Height: 50/60 cm ?
Container: 3l ?
$39.99
Lime Bearrs
Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ?
Container: 15l ?
$59.99
Lime Bearrs
New stock expected early May, 2022. Pre-order now. Estimated price $39.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
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. Plant in a sheltered, sunny position in the garden or a container. 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.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: Stdcm x cm
Lime Bearrs Std
New stock expected mid June, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $169.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
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.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2.5m
Lime Kaffir
New stock expected early May, 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.
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.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 2m
Lime Limequat
New stock expected early May, 2022. Pre-order now. Estimated price $39.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Mexican Lime or Key Lime
Citrus. Mexican or Key Lime. Flowers and fruits almost continuously if grown in a nice warm sheltered position. The fruit is small and round and yellow when completely ripe. Ideal for container growing. Needs protection from frost. Popular for culinary purposes. Evergreen.
Limes can be used green when they are considered immature right through to when they turn yellow when they are fully ripe. The most tangy 'Lime' flavour is obtained when the fruit are half way between and are coloured a yellow-green.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 3m x 3.5m
Lime Mexican
This plant is in high demand. Pre-order now for allocation on next available stock. No payment until order can be filled.
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.
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1.2m
Lime Sublime
Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ?
Container: 15l ?
$59.99
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. Great for cool refreshing drinks. Happiest in a sunny well drained position.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 2.5m x 2m
Lime Tahitian
Current Stock Height: 50/70 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$39.99
Lime Tahitian
Current Stock Height: 60/70 cm ?
Container: 15l ?
$59.99
Lime Tahitian
New stock expected early May, 2022. Pre-order now. Estimated price $39.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Tahitian Lime
Citrus. A grafted dwarf variety of the popular Tahitian Lime. Aromatic foliage, fragrant flowers and delicious small juicy fruit. What more could you want? Harvest the fruit when green for that really tangy zing. The fruit will turn yellow when fully ripe. Happiest in a sunny well drained position. Evergreen.
As with all Citrus your new Lime will do its best when fed and watered regularly. Do not allow your tree to completely dry out in summer especially if grown in a container.
Habit: Upright
Est. Hgt/Wdth in 7/10 yrs: 1.5m x 1m
Lime Tahitian - Dwarf
This plant is in high demand. Pre-order now for allocation on next available stock. No payment until order can be filled.
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