Fruit Tree
Finger Lime
Microcitrus australasica
Varieties We Carry
RedMicrocitrus australasicaGiantMicrocitrus australasica
Sizes & Pricing
5 galFrom$99.95
10 galFrom$125.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun to Partial Shade
WaterModerate
Mature size6-20 feet × 3-10 feet
About Finger Lime
Australian Finger Lime (Citrus australasica) is a thorny, slow-growing shrub or small tree prized for its unique elongated fruits filled with citrus-caviar vesicles in colors from green to pink. In NE Florida zone 9b it requires frost protection and is best container-grown; it offers excellent resistance to citrus greening (HLB). Starting at $99.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Slow
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Care essentials
Light
Finger lime prefers full sun to partial shade; as a natural understory plant it benefits from protection from intense Florida afternoon sun, especially when young. Established trees tolerate full sun with adequate moisture.
Water
Water consistently, allowing the top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Finger lime is sensitive to both drought and waterlogged roots — good drainage is essential. In NE Florida, reduce watering during cooler months.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in coarse, acidic, well-drained soil. Fertilize sparingly with a citrus-specific fertilizer two to three times per year; finger lime has a small canopy and requires less fertilizer than standard citrus. In zone 9b, grow in a container for easy frost protection.
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Common questions
Is Finger Lime a good plant for St. Augustine?
Finger Lime is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 6-20 feet × 3-10 feet.