Givaudan Citrus (Citrus Aurantifolia La Valette)

The Perfumer’s Sacred Citrus! 🧪

This legendary La Valette lime strain, cultivated for Givaudan’s fragrance division, offers:
• Exceptionally fragrant flowers – 3x more aromatic than standard Key limes 💮
• Zest with unmatched terpenes – the holy grail for perfumers
• All culinary benefits of classic Caribbean lime 🍈

Dual-Value Uniqueness:

✅ Fragrance Industry Darling – Used in top luxury perfumes
✅ Chef-Grade Fruit – Same beloved tart Key lime flavor
✅ Heavy Bloomer – Constant floral perfume in your garden
✅ Rare Genetics – Seldom available to home growers

Specialty Uses:

• Perfumery – Distill your own citrus essential oils
• Mixology – Elevate craft cocktails 🍹
• Gourmet Cooking – Zest for desserts & sauces 🧑‍🍳
• Aromatherapy – Natural home fragrance

Cultivation Highlights:

• Type: True-to-type grafted plant
• Size: 8-12 ft (container-friendly)
• Fragrance Peak: Early morning blooms
• Climate: Zones 9b-11 (indoor option in cool climates)

📦 Includes:
• Certificate of authenticity
• Fragrance harvesting guide
• Citrus care manual

💎 Note: These are actual progeny from Givaudan’s breeding program – not ordinary nursery stock!

Key Differentiators:

1. Emphasizes perfume industry connection

2. Highlights enhanced fragrance properties

3. Maintains culinary credibility

4. Stresses provenance/authenticity

5. Includes specialty growing tips