Key Lime Fruit Seeds
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Product Specifications:
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Common Name: Key Lime
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Botanical Name: Citrus aurantiifolia
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Plant Type: Evergreen Citrus Tree
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, Heirloom
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Growth Habit: Bushy, Rounded Tree
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Soil Requirement: Well-draining, slightly acidic soil
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Watering: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
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Germination Time: 2–6 weeks
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Mature Height: 6–13 feet (can be pruned smaller in pots)
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Climate Suitability: Tropical to subtropical (USDA zones 9–11)
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Indoor/Outdoor Use: Great for containers or garden planting
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Harvest Time: 6–9 months after flowering
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Fruit Description: Small, round limes with thin green skin and tart, aromatic juice
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Uses: Beverages, desserts, marinades, key lime pie
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Special Features: Fragrant blooms, highly productive, perfect for home citrus growing
My key lime seedlings survived a move and are now thriving on my patio. I’m in zone 9, and they love the heat. Looking forward to a future crop of tart little limes.
Started a few in pots on my windowsill and all three sprouted. The plants are slow to mature but already look great. Just keep them warm and sunny and they’ll reward you.
These are doing well under my grow light setup and have become my favorite citrus to raise from seed. The glossy green leaves are beautiful, and the growth has been strong and steady.
It took a few weeks of warmth and moisture, but once they popped, they grew steadily. I now have several baby lime plants growing in my greenhouse. Can’t wait to use the fruit in drinks and desserts someday.
I started them indoors and moved the seedlings to a sunny deck. They're doing really well, and I’m excited to train them into little citrus bonsais. A fun and rewarding slow-grower.