How to Germinate Lime Seeds from Store-Bought Fruit

How to Germinate Lime Seeds from Store-Bought Fruit

Dry seeds 3–5 days, then place in sealed bag in refrigerator for 3 months (cold stratification). After dormancy, plant like any seed. This mimics winter and triggers germination.

Steps

1. Clean and air-dry seeds.
2. Stratify in fridge 3 months.
3. Sow in well-draining mix, keep warm and moist.

Patience pays — citrus from seed takes years to fruit.