Citrus Finger Lime
Details:
A compact bush with a dense growth, commonly named Finger or Caviar Lime with narrow shaped fragrant leaves and a different appearance to the usual more available beautiful Mediterranean citrus.
 Height (when grown) | 1-2m |
|---|---|
 Soil Type | Acidic, Well-drained |
 Position | Sheltered |
 Hardiness | Tender (Needs protection) |
 Flowering Period | Jun, May |
| Fruiting Period | Dec |
 Blossom Colour | White |
 Leaf Colour | Green |
Description
A compact bush with a dense growth, commonly named Finger or Caviar Lime with narrow shaped fragrant leaves and a different appearance to the usual more available beautiful Mediterranean citrus.
The Finger Lime should be kept in a pot as it needs winter protection such as a cool but frost-free greenhouse or saving that, a winter plant cover.
The small finger shaped fruit forms from the creamy white flowers and are protected by spiky thorns. When opening the ripe fruit, the flesh inside is like a cluster of small pearl-shaped pearl fruit with a delicious zingy citrus flavour.
Chefs around the world seem to love the fruit in their recipes so maybe you can have a practice at home.
Cultivation: Protection in winter
Soil: Well drained John Innes No 3, failing that No 2. Added grit or stone.
Position: Full sun and sheltered position
Foliage: Evergreen
Fruit: Finger shape with pearl shaped citrus flavoured flesh
Flowering: Creamy white blossom
Habit: Dense & compact
Hardiness: Not fully hardy
Growth: Average
Benefits to Wildlife: Bees
Did you know:
Citrus australasica is a native of Australia and the rain forests of Queensland and New South Wales.
