Lime, Bearss Seedless

BEARSS limes are seedless, acidic, and juicy on a nearly thornless tree. Also known as Tahitian or Persian limes, they have a thin, smooth, light yellow rind at full maturity. These limes are 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter, larger than Mexican limes. The seedless flesh is pale greenish-yellow, acidic, juicy and finely textured. Once Bearss limes reach full maturity, usually late autumn to early winter, they drop from the tree. They are the most cultivated lime species for commercial use, and account for the largest share of the fruits sold as limes. Bearss lime trees will typically grow to be approximately 20 feet tall and will produce fruit in the late fall or early winter. The nearly thornless trees grow vigorously to a medium-large size with a spreading form and have white blossoms. Bearss lime trees have higher cold tolerance than Mexican lime trees and do well in areas where lemons are successfully grown.