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Growing Lime Trees Indoors: Light and Fruiting Reality

Light Is Critical

Skylights provide far less usable light than assumed. Citrus needs direct sun all day. A large, uncovered south-facing window is the minimum requirement.

Fruiting Expectations

Even under ideal conditions, indoor citrus fruits once per year—not year-round.

Purchasing Advice

Buy from reputable sources; avoid ornamental varieties with bitter fruit or immature trees years from bearing.

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