| Weight | 17 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 10 × 10 × 48 in |
| Tree Size | 3 Gallon Tree |
8 in stock
$60.00
Spanish Lime – Tart and Refreshing
The Spanish Lime (Melicoccus bijugatus), also known as Quenepa, is a tropical fruit tree that produces small, green fruits with a tart-sweet, juicy pulp. It’s a popular snack fruit in the Caribbean and Latin America.
Tree Characteristics:
• Size & Growth: Can grow up to 25-35 feet, but it can be pruned to 15-20 feet for home gardens.
• Planting Zone: USDA Zones 10-11.
• Container Suitability: Can be grown in containers when young, though it prefers being planted in the ground for best growth.
• Flowers: Small, white flowers bloom in clusters.
• Fruit: Small, green fruit with a tart-sweet, juicy orange pulp, eaten by sucking on the flesh around the seed.
Use: The fruit is eaten fresh, typically by cracking the green skin and sucking the pulp around the seed. It’s often eaten as a refreshing snack in the summer months.
Standout Feature: The tart-sweet flavor and juicy pulp make Spanish Lime a refreshing tropical treat, particularly popular in the Caribbean.
Care Tips: Spanish Lime requires full sun and well-drained soil. It’s a hardy tree but benefits from regular watering and occasional pruning to maintain size.
SHIPPING
Carriers and Services
We ship all orders via UPS, offering Standard, Expedited, and Overnight services. Shipping costs and delivery times depend on your location and the selected service.
Winter Shipping Advisory
Cold Weather Alert: Tropical trees are highly sensitive to cold temperatures. During colder months, our greenhouses maintain warm, optimal conditions for growth, which makes plants more vulnerable to cold damage during shipping.
Recommendations: If temperatures along the shipping route are below 40°F, we recommend holding your order until it’s safe to ship. We will notify you if a delay is necessary.
No Freeze Warranty: We do not guarantee plants shipped during freezing conditions. Shipping in cold weather is at the buyer’s discretion and risk.
Shipping Schedule
Local (In-State) Shipments: Orders ship Monday through Wednesday to ensure delivery before the weekend. Most locations within the state receive deliveries in 1 to 2 days.
Out-of-State Shipments: Orders ship primarily on Monday and Tuesday to avoid weekend delays.
Packaging and Damage Claims
Plants are carefully packaged to minimize the risk of damage during transit. However, if damage occurs, you must contact us within 24 hours of delivery.
Submit clear photos of the packaging and the plant to southeden@outlook.com. Claims cannot be processed without photos.
Order Processing and Pickup
Orders placed before 5:00 PM are processed the same business day.
Local pickups are available between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM on weekdays and are processed on the same day.
Returns
All sales are final.
Due to agricultural regulations, we cannot accept returns or exchanges on any items, including live tropical trees.
If you receive an incorrect or damaged item, contact us at southeden@outlook.com within 3 days of delivery. Claims must include clear photos of the packaging and item to be reviewed. We’ll work with you to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Thank you for supporting South Eden Edible Nursery! We appreciate your understanding and are committed to ensuring your plants arrive in the best possible condition.
