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If you're searching for a healthy, fruit-bearing lime plant for sale in New Zealand, you're in the right place. Growing your own lime tree is a fantastic way to enjoy an endless supply of zesty, aromatic limes—perfect for your favourite recipes, summer drinks, or adding fresh flavour to your garden. Lime plants thrive in our Kiwi climate, providing year-round interest with glossy green leaves, beautifully scented blossoms, and tangy, vitamin-rich fruit. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting out, choosing the right lime plant is easy with our expert guidance and premium range.

A 'Tahitian' Lime tree with green fruit and lush, green foliage.

Lime Tahitian

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The 'Tahitian' Lime is a popular and quick-growing shrub that bears masses of medium-sized fruit that are juicy, strongly scented, and have that typical lime flavour. They begin green in summer and ripen to pale yellow in winter. This heavy-cropping, evergreen typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, but can be trimmed as necessary.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Citrus
Height: 2.50 m
Spread: 2.50 m
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Containers, Living areas, Parks, Pool areas, Screening, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Modern
Santolina 'Lime Fizz' green-yellow shrub growing in a basket.

Santolina 'Lime Fizz'

Santolina 'Lime Fizz' is a vibrant evergreen shrublet admired for its bright lime green foliage and compact, mounding form. This hardy Mediterranean plant adds year round colour and fine texture to New Zealand gardens, performing exceptionally well in sunny, free draining sites.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Shrubs
Height: 50 cm
Spread: 50 cm
Flowering time: Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Rock
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Why Grow a Lime Plant at Home?

Bringing a lime plant home means fresh fruit at your fingertips—no more relying on supermarket limes. Besides their culinary value, lime trees are a stunning addition to patios, decks, or edible landscapes, offering a Mediterranean feel and attractive evergreen foliage. With New Zealand's mild conditions, lime plants are well-suited to pots or garden beds positioned in a sunny, sheltered spot. They not only supply antioxidant-rich limes but also attract beneficial insects with their fragrant spring blossoms.

Our Range of Lime Plants for Sale

We offer top-quality lime varieties to suit every space and preference. For those seeking a classic, versatile lime, the Lime Tahitian stands out with its abundant, seedless fruit and reliable performance in Kiwi gardens. If you fancy something unique, consider the popular Lime Sublime, renowned for its compact form and prolific harvest. Each lime plant for sale at our nursery is carefully nurtured, disease-checked, and ready to thrive when planted at your place.

How to Plant and Care for Your Lime Plant

For best results, position your lime plant in full sun and free-draining soil. Container growing is ideal for smaller spaces—choose a large pot with quality citrus mix to promote healthy root growth. Regular, deep watering and monthly feeding through spring and summer ensure your lime tree remains productive and lush. Pruning after harvest maintains a tidy shape and encourages new growth. Whether you select the Lime Tahitian or Lime Sublime, you'll enjoy bountiful crops for years to come.

Explore More Lime-Inspired Plants

Looking for more plants with bold lime tones or citrus flair? Our selection includes unique foliage options such as Cordyline Lime Fountain—a striking architectural plant ideal for modern landscapes—and silver-green Santolina 'Lime Fizz', perfect for drought-tolerant borders. For a soft textural contrast in your garden, Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant) is a versatile, easy-care choice that echoes those fresh lime hues.

Ready to grow your own lime plant for sale? Browse our selection, order online, and bring vibrant, homegrown citrus to your backyard today.


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