{"product_id":"pink-ice-finger-lime-citrus-australasica-pink-ice","title":"Pink Ice Finger Lime - Citrus australasica 'Pink Ice'","description":"\u003cp\u003ePink Ice Finger Lime (\u003cem\u003eCitrus australasica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Ice') is a selected finger lime with reddish-brown skin and clear to pale pink pearls. It grows as a bushy, thorny small tree of about 3m and gives the same crisp, tangy citrus caviar as the species, in a more colourful package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink pearls.\u003c\/strong\u003e The vesicles run from clear to pale pink, so a spoonful over seafood or a drink adds both flavour and colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReddish-brown skin.\u003c\/strong\u003e The fruit hangs like slim bronze fingers among tiny dark green leaves, an attractive sight when it is cropping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative citrus.\u003c\/strong\u003e It descends from a rainforest-margin species, so it copes with filtered light that other citrus resent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContainer friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is happy in a pot, so it suits balconies, patios and sheltered courtyards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBee friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Its small white spring flowers feed native bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it within reach of the house so you can pick fruit for the table. Allow 2m between plants for an edible screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 40cm or larger glazed pot with free-draining citrus mix makes an eye-catching patio plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtected beds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Place it where it gets morning sun and shelter from wind and the hottest afternoon rays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Pink Ice Finger Lime in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun or bright filtered light is best. It suits subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and in cooler areas it does well in a pot that can be moved for winter. Young plants need frost protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e It wants free-draining soil rich in organic matter, slightly acidic. Raised beds help where clay is heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly so the soil is moist but not wet, and feed with a citrus fertiliser through the growing season. Mulch to keep the roots cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune lightly after fruiting to shape and remove dead wood. The branches are thorny, so gloves are advisable. Watch new growth for citrus leaf miner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Pink Ice Finger Lime in 200mm pots in packs of 6, and as 100 litre bags, which are advanced specimen stock for gardeners who want an established tree. Plant it promptly, water it in well and allow a season of settling before a good harvest. Our growers do not hold every size all year, so a size can show as on backorder at times. An order for a backorder size is confirmed with you before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/citrus-fruit\"\u003eMore citrus and fruit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/growing-citrus-trees-in-your-aussie-backyard\"\u003eGrowing citrus trees in your backyard\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-pots\"\u003ePlants for pots\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from the green finger lime?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruit has reddish-brown skin and clear to pale pink pearls, where the species has green skin. Growth and care are the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use a free-draining citrus mix, feed regularly and keep it out of harsh afternoon sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it thorny?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, so plant it away from paths and wear gloves to prune and pick.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":68095113724223,"sku":"CIT-AUS-PINICE-200MM-P6","price":804.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100L","offer_id":68095113756991,"sku":"CIT-AUS-PINICE-100L","price":1787.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/pink-ice-finger-lime-citrus-australasica-pink-ice.jpg?v=1794663370","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/pink-ice-finger-lime-citrus-australasica-pink-ice","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}