Show Notes
Why are finger limes fast becoming a must-have among gardening enthusiasts and citrus lovers alike?
In this episode, Susan Burns, marketing horticulturist, and Gary Eyles, industry expert and Founder of Citrus Men, explore the wonderful world of finger limes, a native Australian citrus that will shake up your taste buds. They cover everything from its origin story to expert tips on how to successfully buy and grow one at home.
What to Listen For:
[00:00] Introduction
[01:02] Ancestry of the Australian finger lime
[04:15] The finger lime varieties from citrus men
[08:40] What are finger limes?
[11:30] The CSRIO lime varieties you should know about
[13:40] Everything you need to know about desert limes
[17:36] Gary’s favorite finger lime variety
[22:30] The finger lime gold pearl variety
[25:28] Why you need to grow a finger lime citrus tree
[26:19] Parting thoughts
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