Giant Finger Lime Tree

Planting & Care

1. Planting:  Select a location for your tree that receives 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily, as they thrive in full sun but can tolerate some shade. For potted trees, daily misting and placing a tray of rocks with water underneath can help maintain humidity.

If winter temperatures drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, use a container with casters for easy movement between indoors and outdoors. Choose a pot slightly larger than the one it came in, ensuring it has ample drainage holes.

Use well-draining potting soil suitable for acid-loving citrus plants. Fill the pot with soil, position the tree in the center, backfill with soil, and water to settle the roots.

2. Watering: Water your plants once or twice a week, allowing the top 2 to 3 inches of soil to dry out completely before the next watering. Mulching helps retain moisture and reduce weeds. Stop watering once you see water escaping from the pot's drainage holes.

3. Fertilizing: Feed your lime tree with a citrus-specific fertilizer every six weeks during spring and summer. In fall and winter, reduce to every 2 to 3 months. After a few years, you can skip winter fertilization. Always follow the instructions on the fertilizer bag.

4. Pruning: Remove dead or crossing limbs with 45-degree cuts to improve airflow and light. After fruiting, prune dead wood and suckers growing from the base.

5. Pollination: Self-pollinating plants do not require additional plants for fruiting, but other citrus trees can increase fruit production.