Varieties Offered
Key Lime and Persian Lime
Key Lime
This is a medium but twiggy tree with a dense top and small leaves. It is very frost sensitive with very small and juicy fruit. Also known as the "bartenders lime" due to its popularity to be mixed with so many types of alcohol. Usually picked when green and turns yellow when mature.
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Water Use: Regular
Soil: Well Drained
Hardiness Zone(s): 9-11
Kieffer
Vigorous, cold-hardy tree produces large, juicy fruits with a bright yellow rind and sweet-tart flavor. Self-fertile. Blooms in spring. Fruit ripens in late summer to fall. Excellent for fresh eating, preserves, and cooking.
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Water Use: Regular During Fruit Development
Soil: Well Drained
Hardiness Zone(s): 8–11
Persian
A medium spreading tree that bears fragrant blossoms and shiny fruit all year in cooler climates. Contains few thorns and is very cold tolerant. The fruit is medium to small in size and is very juicy. Usually is picked green and is yellow when mature; does not hold well on the tree.
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Water Use: Regular
Soil: Well Drained
Hardiness Zone(s): 9-11
Resources
LSU AgCenter- Citrus Page