{"product_id":"red-champagne-finger-lime-citrus-australasica-red-champagne","title":"Red Champagne Finger Lime - Citrus australasica 'Red Champagne'","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Champagne Finger Lime (\u003cem\u003eCitrus australasica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Champagne') is a finger lime selected for its red skin and red to pink pearls. A thorny, small-leaved tree of about 3m, it gives a milder flavour than the green species, which makes the fruit easy to love even if you find the usual finger lime sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRed skin, red to pink pearls.\u003c\/strong\u003e The colour inside and out is deep and rich, which looks striking as a garnish on seafood, cocktails and desserts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilder flavour.\u003c\/strong\u003e The pearls are less acidic than the green finger lime, a gentler introduction to native citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTough native parentage.\u003c\/strong\u003e It descends from a rainforest-margin species, so it tolerates shade better than regular citrus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot friendly.\u003c\/strong\u003e It performs well in a container, handy for courtyards and balconies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative bee magnet.\u003c\/strong\u003e The spring blossom is small, white and popular with native bees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdible garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant it close to the kitchen so you can pick a few fruit at a time. Space plants 2m apart for an edible screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A pot of 40cm or more with citrus mix suits it, and the compact growth keeps harvesting simple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSheltered positions.\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a spot with morning sun and protection from wind and fierce afternoon heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Red Champagne Finger Lime in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Morning sun or filtered light suits it. It does well in subtropical and warm temperate gardens, and in cooler regions it is best in a pot so it can be sheltered through frosts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-draining, humus-rich, slightly acidic soil is ideal. Never let it sit in waterlogged ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly in the warmer months so the soil stays moist, and give it a citrus fertiliser in spring and summer. Mulch the roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs little beyond removing dead wood and lightly shaping after harvest. It is thorny, so use gloves, and watch for citrus leaf miner on fresh growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Red Champagne Finger Lime in 200mm pots in packs of 6, a good-sized young plant that settles quickly once planted. Water it in well and keep it moist through its first season. 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\"\u003eBrowse citrus and fruit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/lime-tree-care-guide\"\u003eLime tree care guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/edible-plants\"\u003eEdible plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Red Champagne sour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a milder flavour than the green finger lime, though it keeps the bright citrus note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Morning sun and bright shade suit it, and hot afternoon sun can scorch the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have thorns?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Short sharp thorns line the branches, so keep it off paths and prune with gloves.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":68095113855295,"sku":"CIT-AUS-REDCHA-200MM-P6","price":353.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/red-champagne-finger-lime-citrus-australasica-red-champagne.jpg?v=1794663379","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/red-champagne-finger-lime-citrus-australasica-red-champagne","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}