{"product_id":"citrus-aurantifolia-lime","title":"Lime on stem - Citrus aurantifolia","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCitrus aurantifolia\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eKey lime\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eLime\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a citrus species native to Southeast Asia. It is a small evergreen shrub or tree with thorny branches and small, ovate, deep green leaves. The flowers are small, white, and very fragrant. The fruits are small, round, with a thin green peel (which turns yellow when ripe), very juicy pulp, and extremely acidic, with an intense and fresh aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnlike the lemon, the lime has a stronger acidity and a more complex aroma, being essential in Asian, Mexican, and Caribbean cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 2–4 m tall (remains smaller in a pot, 1.5–2.5 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruits: small, green, very acidic and aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruiting period: can flower and bear fruit almost all year round under good conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardiness: more sensitive to cold than lemon (tolerates down to -2°C \/ -3°C for a short time)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFragrance: intensely aromatic flowers and leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: full sun (at least 6–8 hours per day)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: warm (ideally 20–30°C). In winter, it should be moved indoors (ideally 8–15°C in a bright place)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: regular, allowing the substrate to partially dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstrate: special citrus soil, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizing: regular with citrus fertilizer during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lime is highly valued in the kitchen for its acidic and aromatic juice. It is used in preparing drinks (mojito, caipirinha, lemonades), sauces, marinades, desserts, and Asian dishes. Also, the peel can be used to flavor teas or to make essential oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA decorative and productive plant, ideal for terraces, balconies, or bright greenhouses. It looks elegant and provides fresh fruits throughout the year under good growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight including pot: approx. 90 cm\u003cbr\u003ePot diameter: 22 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/blogs\/plant-care\/citrus\" title=\"Citrus care\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCheck the complete citrus care guide on the blog.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","offers":[{"title":"with fruit","offer_id":41088598802630,"sku":"","price":285.0,"currency_code":"RON","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/5551\/3798\/files\/limep22.png?v=1700133093","url":"https:\/\/sicretgarden.com\/en\/products\/citrus-aurantifolia-lime","provider":"Secret Garden Plant Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}