Citrus - Lime Tahitian

Common Name:
Tahitian Lime

Description:
The Tahitian lime (Citrus × latifolia), also known as the Persian or Bearss lime, is a highly productive and virtually seedless lime variety, prized for its juicy, tangy flavour. The medium-sized, deep green fruit ripens to a pale yellow when fully mature, though it is typically harvested when green. Unlike other lime varieties, Tahitian lime is less acidic and has a mild, slightly sweet taste, making it perfect for cooking, cocktails, and refreshing drinks. This evergreen tree has a dense, bushy habit and produces fragrant white flowers in spring and summer, followed by fruit throughout the year, with peak production in winter. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and is an excellent choice for home gardens, pots, or espalier training.

Form:

• Tree - Small
• Suitable for Pots

Mature Size:

• Height: 2–4m (can be pruned smaller)
• Width: 2–3m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring and Summer
• May flower multiple times a year

Flower Colour:

• White

Key Attributes:

• Edible Fruit
• Suitable for Pots
• Suitable for Espalier
• Bee Attracting
• Fragrant Flowers
• Heavy Fruiting Variety
• Thornless or Nearly Thornless

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Other citrus varieties (Lemon, Orange, Kumquat)
• Lavender (attracts pollinators)
• Rosemary (repels pests)
• Marigolds (helps deter pests)
• Borage (improves fruit set)