Growing lime
citrus
Pollination
Self-fertile.
Growing it
Zones 9-11 or containers. The least cold-hardy common citrus - protect below about 32 F. Key/Mexican lime is small and pot-friendly; 'Bearss' is more cold-tolerant.
Where lime grows best
Hardy in zones 9-11. Combining the two:
Good fit across most of: Florida, Hawaii. Also parts of Alabama, Arizona, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, South Carolina, Texas, Utah, Washington.
Questions gardeners ask
What zone does lime grow in?
Lime grows in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.
How many chill hours does lime need?
Lime has no winter chill requirement. Cold hardiness and summer heat matter more for where it grows.
Is lime self-pollinating?
Self-fertile — one plant crops on its own. Self-fertile.
Which states can grow lime?
Lime suits most of Florida, Hawaii, and parts of 13 other states where the right zones occur. Your own zone and chill hours matter more than the state.
Chill and pollination are given at the fruit-type level; specific cultivars can differ. Values are typical ranges for home-garden planning.