Tag: Finger Lime

Finger limes grow as a large dense shrub or small tree but if you have the space they also make a fabulous informal hedge that beneficial insects and birds will appreciate as much as you. Can birds eat limes? Parrots enjoy a varied, nutritious diet. So, providing your parrot with a wide selection of fruits […]

10 pearls. A fresh citrus burst for desserts and cocktails. Enjoy with seafood, white meats, salads/vegetables and canapés. 10 pearls recommended per serve. Gluten and dairy free.Native Finger Lime Flavour Pearls. Native Finger Lime 50g quantity Native Finger Lime 50g $16.50 Native Finger Lime 110g quantity Native Finger Lime 110g $30.00 What is inside a […]

Finger limes can be grown from seed, cuttings or grafting. They are slow growing and if grown from seed may take up to 15 years to mature. It is important to use fresh seeds. Semi-hardwood cuttings, like seedlings, are slow to grow and have a low success rate. How do you propagate Australian finger limes? […]

Finger limes can be grown from seed, cuttings or grafting. They are slow growing and if grown from seed may take up to 15 years to mature. It is important to use fresh seeds. Semi-hardwood cuttings, like seedlings, are slow to grow and have a low success rate. Where can finger limes be grown? Finger […]

As long as you know your plant is getting enough water don’t be too alarmed if your finger lime starts losing leaves for no apparent reason. This occurs regularly with nursery stock and given time they grow back. If die-back occurs on any stems, prune to just above a healthy node and the stem will […]

No. For one thing, dogs don’t enjoy the taste of sour citrus fruits like limes and lemons. More importantly, limes are toxic to dogs. Contact with or consumption of any part of the lime — leaves, peel, or fruit — can cause illness. Are limes toxic to dogs? Limes are not safe for canine consumption. […]

Red Champagne is the most popular variety of finger lime. With a mild and subtle taste, it’s eating quality are quite versatile and it can also be eaten fresh. Cooler climate will bring more color to the fruit. Do different color finger limes taste different? Finger lime varieties Crystal: green skin with light green vesicles, […]

‘ Finger lime fruit does not ripen off the tree so pick it when it is fully ripe, when the fruit feels heavy and easily detaches from the limb of the tree. How do you tell if a finger lime is ripe? They should feel full and firm to touch. Come away from the tree […]

While not a spinach, the leaves have a strong spinach flavour, even tastier and saltier, but are naturally more suited to our continent. Use them in cooking as you do spinach, silverbeet or bok choy. They also make a terrific pesto when blended with pine nuts and oil. But don’t eat them raw. Can you […]

‘ Finger lime fruit does not ripen off the tree so pick it when it is fully ripe, when the fruit feels heavy and easily detaches from the limb of the tree. How do you ripen finger limes? Harvesting finger lime Harvest season is usually November to March. Depending on variety and growing conditions, it […]

Finger limes can be grown from seed, cuttings or grafting. They are slow growing and if grown from seed may take up to 15 years to mature. It is important to use fresh seeds. Semi-hardwood cuttings, like seedlings, are slow to grow and have a low success rate. How do you make finger limes? Cut […]

While not a spinach, the leaves have a strong spinach flavour, even tastier and saltier, but are naturally more suited to our continent. Use them in cooking as you do spinach, silverbeet or bok choy. They also make a terrific pesto when blended with pine nuts and oil. But don’t eat them raw. Can you […]

Harvesting finger lime Harvest season is usually November to March. Depending on variety and growing conditions, it can take up to 10 months for a finger lime fruit to ripen. Wait for the fruits to easily break off the branch with a light twist or tug. They won’t mature when separated from the tree. How […]

Can I freeze Finger limes? Yes, finger limes can be frozen– either as a whole fruit or as extracted citrus pearls. Can you freeze limes whole? You can freeze limes whole or cut them into slices or wedges. If you only need the juice and zest, you can process your limes and freeze the juice […]

Sun and Temperature Finger limes thrive in temperatures above 90°F during the summer and mild winters above 40°F. Trees require protection during the winter if temperatures drop below freezing. What is the lowest temperature a lime tree can tolerate? Lime trees are one of the least cold-tolerant of all the citrus species, notes the University […]

Grafted finger limes grow faster and withstand other climatic conditions because the grafted wood is usually taken from a mature tree. Like all citrus, finger limes prefer well-drained soil with a pH of between 6 and 7. Mulch in spring and make sure the soil is kept moist in summer. What are finger limes grafted […]

Kind of, yes! Top oysters, scallops, or sushi (any seafood really) with finger lime pulp—aka the little beads that resemble caviar inside the lime. Treat your vegetarian friends to nigiri sushi with avocado or papaya and a flourish of finger lime pulp. What can I do with caviar limes? Try caviar lime in any recipe […]

Finger limes can be grown from seed, cuttings or grafting. They are slow growing and if grown from seed may take up to 15 years to mature. It is important to use fresh seeds. Are there seeds in finger limes? While Australian finger limes can be grown from seed, they will not grow true to […]

Mandarin & Finger Lime (330 ml) contains 11g total carbs, 11g net carbs, 0.3g fat, 0.3g protein, and 48 calories. Are finger limes good for you? Health Benefits Bursting with zesty flavour, Finger Limes are rich in folate, potassium and Vitamin E. Each Finger Lime contains three times the Vitamin C found in a mandarin. […]

Finger limes grow naturally as an understory tree in the sub-tropical rainforests of south-east Queensland and north-east New South Wales. In the wild they can grow to 6m but in cultivation they usually stop at 3m which allows easy access to the fruit. How long does it take for finger lime fruit to grow? Harvesting […]