Vibrant purple pearls of Rosebank Purple.

Dark skin coloration of Rosebank Purple.

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Fingerlime - Rosebank Purple

Microcitrus australasica

A very popular fingerlime that has striking dark skin with vibrant purple pearls.Fruits have a sweet aftertaste after an initial sharpness. An upright and compact habit suited to backyards. Fruits have a long shelf life and they make an ideal garnish on d... Read More

$24.00 ($24.00-$59.00 choose a size)

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Pot Vol.	0.75L	2L	4L
Height	20-30cm	30-40cm	40-50cm
Propagation Method	Cutting	Cutting	Grafted
sku	5225	5248	5338

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Specifications of Fingerlime - Rosebank Purple

Preferred Climate Subtropical, Warm TemperateLearn About Climate Zones

Grown From CuttingLearn About Propagation Methods

Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 1-2m

Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination

Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes

Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)

Suitability in Pots Yes with 35L+ Pot

Water Requirements Moderate Watering

Is it a Dwarf Fruit Tree? Semi Dwarf (2/3 Normal Size), Can be pruned to 2m

Time to Fruit/Flower/Harvest 2-3 Years

Sun or Shade Full (Sun:80%-100%), Part (Sun:50-80%)

Preferred Soil Type Good Drainage

Soil pH Neutral (6.6-7.3pH)

Fruiting/Harvest Months March, April, May, June, July, August, September

Fertiliser All Purpose

Plant Width 1-2m

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$49.00 ($24.00-$49.00 choose a size)

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Height	60-70cm	20-30cm
Propagation Method	Grafted	Cutting
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$99.00 ($34.00-$99.00 choose a size)

Flavour is highly aromatic and has been rated as superior by Chefs. Fruit is highly ornamental, with its shiny black skin and as a cut fruit, as it has a dark lime green pulp. Displays well as a garnish, with the juice vesicles popping out on cutting and the fruit splitting open wide. Its wide shape facilitates scooping out the pulp with a teaspoon. Rind colour is black/purple at optimum maturity and pulp colour is a dark yellow/green. Mean fruit size is 50mm x 25mm. It is a mid to late season variety but bears fruit all year round.

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Pot Vol.	4L	2L
Height	30-40cm	30-40cm
Propagation Method	Grafted	Cutting
sku	2119	4455

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$34.00 ($34.00-$149.00 choose a size)

A medium size shrub producing red to burgundy coloured fruits with clear or pink pearls of juice inside. The aroma of the fruits is similar to ruby grapefruit, and is perfect for cocktails and drinks, as well as cooking. Bears fruit from summer to autumn, with the fruits being ready to harvest when they come very easily off the branch without any effort. It is a great variety for growing in containers and in warm courtyards, and does best in full sun. Water thoroughly in spring and summer.

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Height	30-40cm	30-40cm	100-150cm
Propagation Method	Cutting	Grafted	Grafted
sku	4456	4549	5077

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$44.00 ($44.00-$99.00 choose a size)

Large to very large fruit with large seed. Thick, orange skin resistant to bruising with firm golden coloured flesh. Pleasant mild flavour. The tree is hardy and well suited to a range of climates.

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Height	50-60cm	70-80cm
Propagation Method	Grafted	Grafted
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Height	50-60cm	50-60cm
Propagation Method	Grafted	Grafted
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