Thompson & Morgan Lime Tree Potted Plant

Glossy evergreen foliage provides a lovely backdrop to the clusters of fragrant waxy blossom in spring. This mini lime tree is an ideal feature for a conservatory or well lit windowsill and can be moved outside to a warm patio in the summer. The citrus fruits can take ...Glossy evergreen foliage provides a lovely backdrop to the clusters of fragrant waxy blossom in spring.

This mini lime tree is an ideal feature for a conservatory or well lit windowsill and can be moved outside to a warm patio in the summer. The citrus fruits can take approximately a year to develop, savour the taste of home grown limes high in vitamin C. Best used for juices, jams, chutneys - a great ingredient to have on hand for cooking and baking or the whole fruit can be frozen and used like an ice cube.

Equally the attractive fruits provide a nice ornamental display. Plant in a container or pot using a mix of ericaceous compost and neutral, soil based compost such as John Innes No. 3.

Repot the plant at its original soil level and firm well into the new container. Water well and position somewhere well lit and away from cold draughts and radiators (4-12°C) - in a conservatory is best. If frost free can be positioned outside from May to October.

Water freely in summer and mist leaves daily to increase humidity and discourage pests. Feed with citrus plant fertiliser every 2 weeks. Move plants back indoors before frosts.

Reduce watering in winter but do not let the plant dry out completely. Too much or too little water may cause the fruits to drop. Position: Full Sun or Partial Shade Height if unrestricted: 1.5mSpread if unrestricted: 1.2mSupplied in a 9cm Nursery Pot Images shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity.

Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply, but can vary due to seasonality changes and may not be the exact variety.