Tequilero Lime Tree (Limón Tequilero)

About the Tequilero Lime Tree (Limón Tequilero)

Limón Tequilero is a lime selection Mexican growers prize for its generously sized, juicy fruit, the kind you want next to a caballito of tequila, in a margarita or squeezed over a plate of oysters. It is a less common tree than the everyday Persian and Colima limes, and a nice addition for anyone building a collection of Mexican citrus or simply wanting more juice from every fruit. Like other limes it enjoys warm weather, full sun and steady moisture. Grown on our own farms; ask us on WhatsApp for current photos of the plants and fruit.

How to Care for It

Plant in full sun in deep, well-drained soil; citrus hates waterlogged roots, so raise the bed on heavy clay. Water deeply once or twice a week in the dry season and let the topsoil dry between waterings. Feed with a citrus fertiliser with micronutrients (zinc, iron, magnesium) three times a year, mulch without touching the trunk, and remove shoots that sprout below the main branches.

Fresh limes for every taco and juice from your own tree. Persian, Colima and criollo limes, Valencia and navel oranges, five mandarins, grapefruit, pomelo and Yucatán's own lima de chiche, grown on our farms and shipped by DHL to most of Mexico.

Growing Profile

Botanical name

Citrus sp. (lime; sold as 'Tequilero')

Family

Rutaceae

Native to

A lime selection sold in Mexico under the name 'Tequilero'; limes trace back to Southeast Asia

Mature height

3–5 m

Plant spacing

5 m

Years to first fruit

2–3 years

Light

Full sun

Water

Moderate

Cold tolerance

down to 0 °C

Best climates

Humid tropics, Dry tropics, Subtropical

Grows in a pot

Yes

Ships from

Our farms in Yucatán & Chiapas