Orange Limette (Citrus limetta)
DESCRIPTION
Orange Limette (Citrus limetta) is an ancient lime variety discovered in a simple italian garden.
ORIGIN
It seems to originate from Italy.
PLANT
-Tree features: Plant is medium in vigour, compact to spherical in shape. Sometimes little thorns can be found.
-Leaves: Leaves are lanceolate in shape, bright green in colour and medium in size.
FRUIT
-Shape: Fruit is a big yellow-orange Lime, with a typical sharp tip on the apex.
-Flavour: It tastes like a classic lime, with a particular orange aftertaste.
-Colour: Deep Yellow to orange according to the harvesting time.
Pulp is Yellow to light orange.
SEASON OF RIPENESS
Season of ripeness: It starts to ripen from January to Summer, according to climate conditions.
It usually starts to bloom during Spring time, then it can continue during Summer and Autumn also.
HOW TO USE IT
-In the Kitchen: Orange Limette can be used just like a classic lime in the kitchen.
So you can squeeze its refreshing juice to marinate fish, meat, or simply adding it to water.
Skin can be used too, candied, or zested according to your needs in the kitchen.
-Ornamental: It’s a nice looking ornamental variety because of its 4 season tendency and its bright colour.
COLD RESISTENCE
According to our tests, in the Greenhouse, or in a covered area, it can resist to a temperature of -5°C.
This variety needs to be maintained like a normal Lemon.
If you’d like to find out about how to maintain citrus, you can follow us on YouTube
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Shipping times
Orders are processed and handled directly by us.
During the high season (February–June), due to high demand, shipping might require between 7 and 15 business days from the order confirmation; in some cases, a few additional business days might be needed.
However, we would always strive to ship your order as quickly as possible.
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Possible variations in shape and size
Plants may differ from the descriptions shown on the product pages. -
Care and cultivation practices
We personally carry out sowing, grafting, cutting, pruning, and repotting every year.
Each plant is a living being that grows in its own way and time, influenced by many factors. -
Seasonal variations
The characteristics shown on the website may vary depending on the season and the plant’s growth stage.
Thank you for your understanding and trust!