Kaffer 'Kieffer' Lime Tree - Citrus hystrix

Kaffer 'Kieffer' Lime Tree (Citrus hystrix)

Discover the vibrant flavor of this tropical citrus variety, prized by culinary professionals worldwide for its intensely aromatic zest and aromatic foliage. When you buy Kaffer 'Kieffer' lime tree online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're bringing home a compact, easy-to-grow specimen that produces abundant fruit while doubling as an elegant indoor houseplant. This dwarf lime tree thrives in containers and fills your home with authentic citrus fragrance year-round.

Landscaping Uses

Plant your Kaffer lime in a sunny garden bed, along pathways, or in decorative containers on patios and balconies. Its manageable size makes it ideal for small yards, tight spaces, and urban gardens where room is limited. Indoors, position it near a bright window in kitchens, living rooms, or sunrooms where you can enjoy its white spring blooms and harvest fresh fruit and leaves throughout the year.

Specifications

Height: 5–10 feet
Width: 3–6 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sun: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Water: Keep soil consistently moist, not waterlogged
Soil: Well-draining citrus potting mix
USDA Zones: 8–11 (container growing recommended in colder regions)

Why Homeowners Love It

• Produces intensely flavorful fruit and aromatic leaves perfect for curries, soups, and Asian cuisine
• Distinctive bumpy lime skin sets it apart visually from standard varieties
• Fills your home and garden with authentic sweet citrus fragrance that naturally freshens the air
• Low-maintenance plant with stunning dark glossy foliage and showy white flowers that bloom in spring

Planting & Care

Choose a location with bright, direct sunlight and plant in well-draining soil formulated for citrus trees. Space appropriately if planting multiple trees, and water regularly during growing season while allowing the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings. Feed with a balanced citrus fertilizer during spring and summer months to encourage healthy growth and fruit production. Prune lightly to maintain desired shape and remove any dead or crossing branches. In colder climates outside zones 8–11, grow in a container indoors near a south-facing window and move outdoors when temperatures warm.