plan a key lime by the water in the bahamas

Discussion in 'Citrus' started by roxann, Apr 30, 2008.

  1. roxann

    roxann Member

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    How do you plant a key lime and have it live??? we live on the water and get sea spray. Burmuda grass I also see covers my pineapples... is that normal???
     
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    drichard12 Active Member 10 Years

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    Consider growing your key lime in a container and watering it with fresh water.
     
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    Hi we do water the plants with fresh water but to get key limes i dont think you can keep it in the container ...
     
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    Of Course you can grow Key limes in containers, since they are one of the most cold sensitive citrus and the easiest to grow from seed, they are commonly grown in containers. I have several in containers now.
     
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    drichard12 Active Member 10 Years

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    roxann, skeeterbug is correct, You can search this site for many helpful tips in doing so.
     

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