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Hydrangeaceae
Trees and shrubs
Panicle Hydrangea ‘Limelight’®
Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Family
Hydrangeaceae
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Limelight’® is an iconic and very popular shrub hydrangea, known for its spectacular lime green blossoms and its great reliability in the garden. This variety is distinguished by its large, very dense conical panicles, which open a bright chartreuse green before evolving to creamy white and then pinkish hues at the end of the season. Its overall habit is upright, vigorous, and well-balanced, with a silhouette distinctly taller than it is wide, supported by strong stems that hold the flowers well. It is particularly suited for background plantings, flowering hedges, and specimen plantings. Like all Hydrangea paniculata, ‘Limelight’® flowers on new wood, guaranteeing abundant blooms every summer, even after harsh winters. The medium green deciduous foliage effectively highlights the luminous blooms and extends ornamental interest until autumn. Versatile, robust, and decorative, it remains an essential reference in nurseries.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10), in early spring. One application is sufficient.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
White and green
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
Fast — sustained development, ideal for quickly creating volume in a clump or low hedge, strong structure from the 2nd year.
Bloom period
July to October
Fruiting
Very discreet dried fruits.
Maximum height
2.5 to 3 m (8 to 10 feet)
Maximum width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Its strengths, naturally.
Not recommended for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
