Thornless Key Lime Tree | Grafted | Mexican Lime Tree

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Smaller Sizes (1 gal)

Starting size and the lowest upfront commitment. ~6 months old tree.

Medium Sizes (3 gal)

Medium option with a strong balance of size and value. ~1 year old tree.

Larger Sizes (7+ gal)

Largest available size for shipping and the most immediate visual impact. ~2year old tree.

Largest Size (15 gal)

Usually starting to produce fruit. ~3 year old tree. Available for pickup only.

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  • A live tree in the size you selected
  • Nursery container with fertilizer-enriched growing media
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  • Growth: Moderate
  • Light: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Mature height: 12–15 ft
  • Mature width: 6–8 ft
  • Lifespan: 20–30 years
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Thornless Key Lime / Mexican Lime Tree - For Sale from Everglades Farms, Florida

Product Overview:

The Thornless Key Lime, also known as the Mexican Lime Tree, is a must-have addition to your garden for those who love fresh, home-grown limes. Enjoy the convenience of a thornless variety, making harvesting easier and safer.

Key Features:

  • Thornless Variety: Unlike traditional key lime trees, this thornless variety offers a hassle-free harvesting experience.
  • Cold Sensitivity: This tree is very cold-sensitive, similar to the traditional Key Lime. It requires protection from freezing temperatures to thrive.
  • Year-Round Harvest: Enjoy a continuous supply of delicious limes throughout the year.
  • Propagation Method: Grafted

Growing and Care Instructions:

  • Soil and Watering: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during the growing season.
  • Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun, ensuring robust growth and fruit production.
  • Temperature Tolerance: Very sensitive to cold temperatures. Protect the plant from frost and freezing conditions.
  • Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer during the growing season to encourage vigorous growth and healthy fruit development.
  • Pruning: Minimal pruning is required. Prune to maintain shape and remove any diseased or dead branches, which helps improve air circulation and reduces the risk of disease.

Special Considerations:

  • Cultivated in Florida: Our Thornless Key Lime Trees are grown in the premium plant nursery at Everglades Farms in Homestead, Florida, benefiting from the region's ideal subtropical climate.
  • Shipping Restrictions: Due to USDA regulations, we do not ship this tree outside the State of Florida.
  • Shipping Details: Shipped in sturdy plastic containers to ensure the tree's roots remain healthy and ready for transplantation upon arrival.

Tree Size and Harvest Information:

  • When to Expect Fruit: Typically bears fruit within 1-2 years.
  • Average Nursery Time According to Tree Size:
    • 1-2 feet: 6 months (ships in a 1-gallon container)
    • 2-3 feet: 12-18 months (ships in a 2 or 3-gallon container)
    • 3-4 feet: 18-24+ months (ships in a 3-gallon container)
  • Mature Tree Size (Approx. 10 years): 12-14 feet
  • Seeds Per Fruit: 3-8 seeds

Why Choose Everglades Farm?

  • Quality Assurance: We ensure our plants are healthy and ready to thrive in your garden.
  • Sustainability: Our nursery practices eco-friendly methods to support sustainable agriculture.
  • Customer Support: Expert guidance and support to help you succeed in growing your Thornless Key Lime Tree.

Order Today to Enjoy Fresh Limes:

Enhance your garden with the Thornless Key Lime / Mexican Lime Tree from Everglades Farms. Enjoy the convenience of thornless harvesting and the delight of fresh limes all year round. Order your tree today and bring a touch of the tropics to your outdoor space!

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Key Features

The thornless Key Lime Mexican tree in a container from Florida features glossy, oval leaves, produces fragrant small white flowers, and bears round, tart green fruit with a juicy, aromatic flavor.

Special considerations

The thornless key lime Mexican tree in a container from Florida requires well-draining soil, regular watering, and protection from frost, necessitating special care and conditions for optimal growth.

Growing and Care Instructions

Grow thornless key lime Mexican trees in well-draining potting soil, water when the top inch is dry, provide full sun (6-8 hours), tolerate temperatures between 50-100°F, fertilize every 4-6 weeks during growing season, and prune lightly to maintain shape and remove dead wood.

  • Fertilizing

    Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season.

  • Watering

    Water when the top inch of soil is dry.

  • Light Requirements

    Full sun to partial shade.

Type Fruit-bearing
Lifespan 20–30 years
Growth Moderate
Max Height 12–15 ft
Max Width 6–8 ft
USDA Growing Zone 9-11 map showing suitable planting regions

9-11 Container / 9-11 Outdoors
(Hardy down to 30 F°)