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Citrus × limonia (Pot Size 14cm) Citrus Red Lime

Quick Guide

  • Unique, eye-catching citrus
  • Produces striking red limes
  • Suitable for indoor/outdoor use
  • Low maintenance, decorative
  • Air-purifying, refreshing aroma

The Fortunella margarita, commonly known as Limequat, is a delightful citrus plant that brings a touch of exotic beauty to any space. It features vibrant green leaves and produces small, lime-like fruits which add a splash of colour and a fresh, citrus scent to your home. Perfect for UK homes, it thrives both indoors and outdoors, making it a versatile addition to your plant collection.

The Citrus × limonia, commonly known as the Red Lime, is a captivating and unusual citrus plant that adds a unique twist to any UK home or garden. This plant is admired for its lush green foliage and the stunning contrast of its deep red limes, which are both decorative and edible. Ideal for placing in a sunny conservatory, on a patio, or in a bright kitchen, the Red Lime plant is a conversation starter and a delightful addition to any space.

The aesthetic appeal of the Red Lime is undeniable. Its richly coloured fruits stand out against the dark green leaves, creating a vibrant display. When considering complementary plants, it pairs well with other citrus varieties or Mediterranean plants like jasmine or bougainvillea for a stunning visual impact.

This plant typically reaches an ultimate height and spread of approximately 60-70 cm, perfect for container growing in smaller spaces. Regular pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and encourage fruiting. The Red Lime is primarily a foliage plant, but its small, fragrant white flowers add an extra layer of beauty.

In terms of air purification, the Red Lime plant is a great addition to the home, contributing to a cleaner and fresher indoor environment.

Plant Care Guide

Caring for the Red Lime is straightforward. It prefers a well-draining soil mix, ideally formulated for citrus plants. Water the plant regularly, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Misting the leaves can help maintain humidity levels, especially if kept indoors. The Red Lime enjoys bright, indirect sunlight and should be protected from cold drafts and severe temperature fluctuations. Feed it with a citrus-specific fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season to encourage healthy growth and fruit production.

  • EAN code
    027169
  • Ultimate Height
    60-70cm
  • Ultimate Spread
    60-70cm
  • Flower Colour
    White
  • Foliage Colour
    Green
  • Scent
    Citrus
  • Care Guide
    Moderate
  • Growth Rate
    Moderate
  • Pet Friendly
    Yes
  • Child Friendly
    Yes
  • Light Conditions
    Indirect Light, Bright Light
  • Soil Type
    Well drained
  • Soil PH
    Neutral, Acid

Delivery Areas

We deliver within the M25 area of London. For deliveries of Pots & Planters outside this zone, we may be able to help on a case-by-case basis — please contact our sales team at [email protected]. You are also welcome to visit our garden centre in Kentish Town, where our team will be happy to help in person.

Delivery Costs & Delivery Day

Delivery charges are based on postcode zone within the M25. Enter your postcode at the top of this page to see your zone and cost, or check at checkout. You can also select your preferred delivery day at checkout.

Delivery Timeframes

We aim to deliver orders within 2–4 working days. During peak seasons, such as Christmas, delivery times may vary slightly due to increased demand. We will keep you informed at every stage.

Third-Party Couriers

For London postcodes outside a 5-mile radius of our Kentish Town garden centre, we may occasionally use a third-party courier for delivery. In these cases, we try our best to still deliver the items in the requested delivery time slot but please be aware that occasionally this may not always be possible and is out of our control.

Delivery Discrepancies

Please check your order as soon as it arrives. If there is any discrepancy — such as a missing, incorrect, or damaged item — please contact us within 48 hours of delivery so we can put things right. After this time, we will assume the order was received complete and in good condition. We are unable to take responsibility for damage that has occurred after this period.

Click & Collect

We encourage you to collect from our garden centre in Kentish Town — it saves on delivery costs and gives you the chance to see our full range of plants and products in person.

All Click & Collect orders must be collected within 7 days of being ready, unless a later date has been arranged with us in advance. If an order is not collected within this time, it will be cancelled and a refund issued.

Returns Policy

If you need to return an item, please contact us within 14 days of receipt to arrange a return or exchange. Products must be in their original condition and packaging. Plants may be non-refundable unless they arrive damaged or defective.

Items bought in-store or collected can be returned directly at the garden centre. If you would like us to collect a return and it is in good condition (e.g. you have changed your mind), it must be in its original condition, and the same delivery cost will apply for the return.

Plants marked as reduced for end-of-season clearance are non-refundable, as they are sold specifically to clear stock. This does not apply to special offers or multibuy promotions, which are eligible for returns as per our standard terms.

Questions about delivery or returns? Email [email protected] or call +44 (0) 20 7284 4999.

Located in Kentish Town, London, Boma garden centre is proud of its vision to transform the city into an urban paradise. The garden centre has created a plant lover's paradise, a place where you can relax, unwind and de-stress among the foliage and flowers. The Webshop makes it easier to order online if you can't get to the garden centre, with nationwide delivery. But we encourage plant lovers to pop in for a visit and chat with the team. 

 

 

Creating an urban paradise

Our dream is to transform urban living into a plant lovers' paradise. Making our neighbourhoods a wonderful place is good for our wellbeing and more friendly to the environment. A shared vision that gets us out of bed in the morning.

We've curated a botanical sanctuary

Our team of horticulturists planned our garden centre to show plants in their natural habitat, with inspirational displays. Looking for plants is like taking a walk in a botanical sanctuary.
And for those that consider our canine friends an essential part of life, bring your best mate along. Hopefully, they'll get along with our house cat Blue Bell.

It so happens we stock some fabulous plants

Our garden centre specialises in rare specimen plants beyond the common garden varieties. We also stock everything you need to cultivate your dream garden, home and office, with the largest range of plants, pots and containers in North London. Apparently, visitors consider us  The gardener's garden centre.

 

Buy Citrus × limonia (Pot Size 14cm) Citrus Red Lime at The Boma Garden Centre in Kentish Town, London. Visit our garden centre in London and check our wide range of plants & gardening products. We also offer many other  products in our webshop. We look forward to seeing you soon!