Mexican Key Lime Tree – Citrus aurantifolia Live Sapling | 3–4 Inches Tall | Small Dwarf Lime Plant for Indoor & Container Growing

Start your own citrus collection with this Mexican Key Lime Tree sapling, a young live plant approximately 3–4 inches tall from the top of the pot to the tip of the trunk. Known as Key lime, West Indian lime, or Bartender’s lime, this compact citrus tree produces small, highly aromatic fruits with thin, greenish-yellow rinds and tart, flavorful pulp perfect for cooking, beverages, and desserts.

The Mexican Key Lime is a moderately-sized, bushy tree with fragrant white blossoms and aromatic leaves. Some selections have thorns while others are thornless. This tree thrives in warm climates or container growing indoors, making it ideal for home gardeners who want fresh limes year-round.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Mexican Key Lime sapling
✔️ Height: approximately 3–4 inches
✔️ Shipped without a pot for safe and affordable delivery
✔️ Carefully packaged to maintain healthy roots during shipping

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Mexican Key Lime / Key Lime
Botanical Name: Citrus aurantifolia
Plant Type: Evergreen citrus fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young sapling
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours preferred)
Soil: Well-draining potting mix suitable for citrus
Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist but not soggy
Mature Height: 6–10 feet (smaller in containers)
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 9–11 (container grown indoors in cooler zones)
Self-Fertile: Yes – produces fruit without a pollinator
Container Friendly: Yes – ideal for pots and small patios

💡 Care Tip:

• Protect from frost and cold drafts.

• Place in a sunny location or a warm indoor spot.

• Fertilize with citrus-specific fertilizer every 6–8 weeks during the growing season.