Tropical · Charlotte, NC
🍋 Lime tree
Even more cold-tender than lemons. Container culture with winter protection is the usual approach.
Suitability: 46/100 · Poor choice right now
Sun requirement: 6–8 hours
Space required: ~36.0 sq ft / plant
Difficulty: Moderate
Plant Mar–May · Harvest Sep–Nov
Expected harvest: 11–39 lb
Grocery equivalent: $32–$108
Estimated garden cost: $38–$69
Potential savings: $-37–$71/year