I've wanted to try a small citrus tree for a long time, and finally bought this kit. My Key Lime arrived 2 days earlier than the tracking predicted - a very pleasant surprise. I immediately potted it and placed it on our new screen porch - well away from any other plants. The Key Lime appears very clean and healthy, but I always segregate new plants. After two weeks it remains clean and looks like it's settling in to its new home.
Our nights are getting colder, so I'll soon move the lime into our sunroom for the winter, and then onto our deck or screen porch again in the spring. I look forward to watching the tree grow and eventually fruit.
Key Lime Potted Kit
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$30.99Each
Description
Also called mexican lime
Grow your own Key Limes in a container! This kit comes with one Key Lime tree and includes one 10-inch pot and saucer – perfectly suited to accommodating your new citrus tree’s root system with room to grow. Pot and saucer are made of durable, crack- and chip-resistant resin. Lightweight and resistant to fading.
- Shipped as 4-6 inch plants.
- Mature size can be kept smaller by pruning.
- If you live in a cooler climate, we recommend this Kit option for growing this warm-weather plant in containers so that you can move it indoors before freezing temperatures arrive.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
2 - 11
Outdoors: 8 - 11
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
This item can be grown in colder climates if it's planted in a container and brought indoors during the winter months. If you're planting it outdoors in the ground, we recommend being within the outdoor zone range.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow citrus trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
Questions & Answers
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Why did you choose this?
Is this a true Key Lime tree? Your picture shows green skin on the fruit and from my experience key limes have a thin yellow skin with green fruit.
These are true Key Limes. The photos was taken before the limes were quite ripe, at which time they are yellow.
can I grow this plant in side in the winter and out side In summer?
That is what I have been doing. Inside I have been using a grow light system. It has survived the winter (so far!). I actually put it back outside today for the first time this year. I will bring it into the garage or house when it freezes, until spring comes.
What a potted kit ? Just a pot & saucer .
And dirt?
The Key lime potting kit what size tree will one be getting it looks like a tabletop small tree? This will be grown in zone 6 in doors so do not want a large tree? I did not see the sizes anywhere
When your tree matures, it will be approximately 6 - 12' tall x 5 - 8' wide.
Will key lime grow and produce in low humidity in winter?
Key limes (Citrus × aurantiifolia) prefer warm, humid conditions, but they can still grow and produce in low humidity during winter if their other needs are met. However, low humidity can cause some issues, such as:
Increased Water Loss – Dry air can lead to faster evaporation from the leaves, increasing the need for consistent watering.
Flower Drop – If humidity is too low when the tree is flowering, it may cause flowers to drop before setting fruit.
Pest Problems – Dry conditions can encourage pests like spider mites, which thrive in lKey limes (Citrus × aurantiifolia) prefer warm, humid conditions, but they can still grow and produce in low humidity during winter if their other needs are met. However, low humidity can cause some issues, such as:
Increased Water Loss – Dry air can lead to faster evaporation from the leaves, increasing the need for consistent watering.
Flower Drop – If humidity is too low when the tree is flowering, it may cause flowers to drop before setting fruit.
Pest Problems – Dry conditions can encourage pests like spider mites, which thrive in l
How long until it produces fruit ?
We appreciate you reaching out to us. You can find the years-to-bear information in the Characteristics section, near the top of the page, underneath the description. This tree takes 1-2 years to bear.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
are the key limes in bud when you ship?
This just depends as many trees are dormant when shipped.
Do you need more than one to get fruit?
NO As these are self pollinating.
It says that you are currently prohibited from shipping this item to Arizona due to regulations of your state, county, or municipality. Is it related to the heat and you can ship it during winter, or you do not ship it to AZ at all?
Unfortunatley no this is a county or state regulation. You would need to reach out to your county extension office to determine the reason.
What happened to tree sizes. I was looking at the key lime tree and it does not indicate what size it grows to?
The kit does not include the size but if you select just the Key lime it will take you to the product page where you can find the information listed. When your tree matures, it will be approximately 6 - 12' tall x 5 - 8' wide.
Customer Reviews
27 Ratings
1-10 of 27 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 14, 2024
Happy with my new Key Lime
Rated 5 out of 5
Apr 19, 2024
my new key lime plant
A very nice specimen looks very healthy. Shipping box was great.
Rated 5 out of 5
Apr 19, 2024
Honest review of Potted Key Lime
Plant arrived very healthy with several leaves. No broken branches. It came with a plastic pot and saucer. All I needed to do was add potting soil and water. I have it sitting under a grow light and in just a couple weeks it is already sprouting new growth out the top.
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 2, 2023
As advertised
When i got this plant, it was pretty dried out. So i repotted it in some citrus soil and it has flourished. No fruit yet, but that is to be expected the first year
Rated 5 out of 5
Jun 17, 2023
Key Lime
The key lime tree arrived in great condition and is growing well on my porch. Make sure you purchase good potting soil, it is not included with the plant and the pot.
Rated 5 out of 5
May 6, 2023
I was happy every thing came as described. The plant was very healthy and the pop was a perfect fit. Can't wait until the limes start growing on 5he plant
Rated 5 out of 5
Apr 14, 2023
So far so good
It came well packaged and vigorous. We shall see if I can keep it alive!
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 12, 2022
I bought one of these last spring, and it already has three little limes on it. It went from a little healthy twig to a giant bush in no time. It lasted for about a year in the pot it came in, and I repotted it in a bigger one this summer. Last winter it came inside under a grow light and did fine, though this winter as big as it is I might want to get a second light for it.
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 6, 2022
Cant wait!
Transplanted well! These are living in my greenhouse. Hopefully in another year or 2 I will get fruit
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 31, 2022
Key lime beauty
My key lime tree has really grown. I will be ordering another one as soon as I have the funds
I chose this product in this company because I read the reviews and people seem very excited about this company and this company's longevity so I'm crossing my fingers that I made the right choice
Wanted a small lime tree to grow indoors.
I like Limes
Expanding my cooking palette