Persian Bearss Lime Tree
The Bearss Seedless Lime tree (Citrus x latifolia) is the most popular green-color, thin skin, seedless lime that has a yellow rind when ripe. Bearss limes are also known commonly as Persian Lime or Tahitian lime.
Not compatible with your zone (2a)
General Plant Information
Bearss lime trees are evergreen and originated around 1895 at a nurseryman location named J.T. Bearss, and most likely came from a seedling. Persian limes are bigger than Mexican limes, about 2.5 inches in diameter in size. Bearss limes grow quickly and produce fruits all year round.
Standard Bears lime trees grow to about 10-20 feet tall and 5-10 feet wide depending on where it is planted. In-home orchards, plant Lime trees near walls that separate neighbors, and near the kitchen for easy access. Lime trees do not have invasive roots. Plant trees about 10-15 feet apart. Plant closer to creating a more compact, high-density orchard.
single trunks or Semi-Dwarf bushy 5 gallon, 15 gallon, 24″ box/25-gallon, and 36″ box size containers.
Size and Spacing
Plant most citrus trees about 10 – 15 feet apart. Some varieties like Grapefruits and Oranges can grow larger.
Planning is the most important step when planting a tree. Plant your tree where it has enough space to grow to its full potential. Otherwise, your tree will grow into your surrounding trees. A tree that can grow taller with faster growth will overshadow nearby trees. You may need to move other trees to allow for the one that is thriving rather than cutting back one that naturally grows fast and tall.
Additional Information
Plant Type: EvergreenUSDA Hardiness Zones: 8-11
Pollination: Self-Fruitful / Self Pollinating
Planting Information
Soil and Planting: Plant in soil that drains well. Dig a hole that is as deep as the tree’s roots and at least twice as wide.
Place the tree in the hole and backfill around the plant’s roots with a mixture of the native soil and high-quality planting mix that has washed sand and organic fertilizer.
Create a basin around the roots drip zone so that water collects. Water deeply until the roots and nearby soil is saturated and reaches field capacity.