Description
Hydrangea 'Limelight': a stunning Limelight Hydrangea with a round habit
Limelight Hydrangea is a striking addition to any garden, celebrated for its showy, cone-shaped blooms and graceful rounded habit. Perfectly suited for Zone 3, this cold-hardy shrub thrives in filtered to partial sunlight, reaching a mature size of 6 feet high and 8 feet wide.
Its moderate growth rate and lush green foliage make it an excellent choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, yet visually impactful landscape feature.
Hydrangea paniculata ‘Limelight’
- Zone: 3
- Exposure: Filtered Sun to Partial Sun
- Mature Size: 6′ high x 8′ wide
- Shrub Form: Rounded
- Foliage Color: Green
- Flowers: Cone-shaped lime green
- Bloom Time: Late summer to late fall
- Growth Rate: Moderate
Description: A stunning hydrangea with a round habit, clusters of cone-shaped lime green flowers, and green foliage. A beautiful addition to any garden.
Ornamental Features: Green foliage throughout the season. Cone-shaped lime green flowers with chartreuse overtones that change to pink in the fall. Limelight Hydrangea flowers are excellent for cutting.
Landscape Attributes: Cold hardy, multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a rounded form. Low maintenance; best pruned in late winter after the threat of extreme cold has passed.
The ornamental appeal of Hydrangea ‘Limelight’ lies in its unique lime green flowers that gradually transition to a soft pink in the fall, adding dynamic beauty to your garden through late summer and into late fall.
These blooms are not only captivating but also ideal for cutting, making them a favorite for floral arrangements. However, the shrub’s multi-stemmed, deciduous form provides year-round structure, with its verdant foliage offering a vibrant backdrop for other garden plants throughout the growing season.
This versatile shrub also shines as a focal point in landscape designs or as part of a mixed border. Its cold-hardy nature ensures reliability even in challenging climates, and with minimal upkeep required, it’s also a top choice for both beginner and seasoned gardeners.
Prune Hydrangea ‘Limelight’ in late winter after the risk of extreme cold has passed to maintain its shape and encourage robust flowering. Bring elegance to your outdoor space with the charm of Limelight Hydrangea.
