Limequat

What Is A Limequat?

A cross between a Key lime and a kumquat, the Limequat produces small, oval fruit with a zesty lime flavour and thin, edible skin. The fruit can be eaten fresh, sliced into drinks, or used in marmalades and cooking. It’s a prolific bearer with fruit maturing through autumn and early winter.

How to grow Limequat Trees in NZ

Limequat trees thrive in full sun and well drained, fertile soils. In NZ, they perform best in frost free regions or in sheltered positions in cooler areas. Plant in a sunny, protected spot to encourage healthy growth and heavy fruiting. Water regularly during establishment and while fruiting to maintain quality crops. Mulching helps conserve soil moisture and suppress weeds. With the right care, Limequat trees adapt well and provide reliable harvests in NZ gardens.

Limequat Tree care tips

Caring for Limequat trees is easy. Apply citrus fertiliser in spring and summer to encourage strong growth and regular fruiting. Lightly prune after harvest to shape the tree and remove dead or weak branches. Keep the base weed free and apply mulch to conserve soil moisture. Water consistently during dry periods, especially when fruit is developing, to ensure plump, juicy crops. With minimal care, Limequat trees thrive and reward you with tasty fruit year after year.

Limequat Tree size, spacing, and growth rate

Limequat trees are compact, typically growing 2 to 3 metres tall and wide, forming a rounded canopy. For home orchards or backyard planting, space trees about 2.5 to 3 metres apart for best results. Growth is moderate, and with good care, trees establish quickly. Their manageable size makes them suitable for smaller gardens and even large containers, where they can produce excellent harvests while adding ornamental value.

Landscaping uses for Limequat Trees

Limequat trees are valued not only for their fruit but also for their decorative appeal. With glossy evergreen leaves, fragrant white blossoms, and colourful fruit, they make a striking feature in gardens. They are perfect for home orchards, lifestyle blocks, or growing in large pots on patios and courtyards. Their compact growth makes them versatile for smaller gardens. Limequats add both beauty and productivity, enhancing NZ gardens with colour, fragrance, and harvests.

Why buy Limequat Trees from The Plant Company?

When you buy Limequat trees from The Plant Company, you are choosing premium quality citrus grown with expert care. As NZ’s most trusted plant nursery, The Plant Company provides strong, healthy trees that are ready to thrive in your garden. We provide safe nationwide delivery, expert advice, and reliable service with every order. Add Limequat trees to your garden with confidence and enjoy a unique citrus that delivers delicious fruit, resilience, and year round appeal.