Lime 'Kaffir'
Citrus x hysterix
Kaffir is a type of citrus that produces small, bumpy limes that don't have a lot of juice. Kaffir limes are mainly used for their foliage, especially in soups and curries. The taste is intense, floral and very citrusy.
Citrus should be grown outdoors in the summer once the temperatures are reliably above 15 degrees Celsius. Once the cool weather hits, they should be moved inside to a location that receives as much light as possible. Let the soil dry out slightly in between waterings, but not fully.
Seasonal Availability: Typically available April through June, depending on suppliers availability.
Characteristics
Hardiness: Non-Hardy/Tropical
Bee-Friendly, Does Not Require Cross-Pollination, and Fragrant
Care
Full sun outdoors (6-8+ hours of direct sun) and Bright, indirect to direct sun indoors
Let top 1-2" dry out before watering again.
If it is planted in a pot, it should have a drainage hole to reduce the likelihood of root rot caused by water accumulating in the bottom of the pot.
Increase watering in the heat of summer and watch for wilting or browning as signs to increase watering frequency.
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