Botanical profile

Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'®

Latin name
Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'®
Common name
Panicle Hydrangea ‘Limelight’®
Type
Ornamental shrub
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.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate, drought tolerant once established
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer (10-10-10), in early spring. One application is sufficient.
Soil type
Ordinary to rich, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
July to October
Flower color
White and green
Fruiting
Very discreet dried fruits.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Upright and flared, slightly conical, well-branched
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2.5 to 3 m (8 to 10 feet)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
Fast — sustained development, ideal for quickly creating volume in a clump or low hedge, strong structure from the 2nd year.
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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