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Citrus aurantifolia 'Mexican Thornless'

Persian Lime

  • »  Thornless fruit
  • »  Small green to yellow-green fruit
  • »  Ripens July to December
  • »  Requires long summers, frost-free winters

  • Category:Fruit
  • Hardiness Zone:10-11
  • Height:12-15 ft
  • Spread:6-8 ft
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Humming-birds
Attributes
Container
Edible
Fragrant
Heat Tolerant
Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Habit
Upright
Soil Moisture
Average Water
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Citrus aurantifolia 'Mexican Thornless'

To care for the Citrus aurantifolia Mexican Thornless plant, ensure it receives full sunlight for at least 6-8 hours daily while maintaining a well-draining soil. Water the plant regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings, and fertilize during the growing season with a balanced citrus fertilizer to promote healthy growth and fruit production.