SMALL BUT MIGHTY WITH ITS BRIGHT LIME GREEN COLORS
FEATURES:
- In the spring and summer, flowers will emerge with a lime green extravagant color
- In the fall, colors will change to white and pink color
- Will turn into the centerpiece of your garden
- Easily versatile
- Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
- Ships in a plant-safe designed box
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Mature Height: 3-5' tall
- Mature Width: 3-5' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 3-5' apart
SMALL BUT MIGHTY WITH ITS BRIGHT LIME GREEN COLORS
FEATURES:
- In the spring and summer, flowers will emerge with a lime green extravagant color
- In the fall, colors will change to white and pink color
- Will turn into the centerpiece of your garden
- Easily versatile
- Hand Selected, Fresh from the Grower
- Ships in a plant-safe designed box
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Mature Height: 3-5' tall
- Mature Width: 3-5' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun/Part Shade
- Spacing: 3-5' apart
Why plant Little Lime® Hydrangea?
The little brother to Limelight Hydrangea, Little Lime® Hardy Hydrangea is the compact version, but don’t let this little guy fool you! It’s petite size growing 3-5 feet tall; this hardy shrub fits into every garden size! Proudly showing off an abundance of lime green blooms all summer long, then surprises you in pink as fall arrives. Sturdy stems hold up luscious clouds of flowers, making for charming cut flower bouquets for all seasons!
This may be the golden age of shrub breeding with Hydrangeas. Hydrangea Paniculata was first introduced in 1862 by Philip von Siebold, a German physician, botanist, and traveler. Also, a little fun fact about him: He was the father of the first female Japanese doctor educated in Western medicine, Kusumoto Ine. (Definitely look this guy up, his life is fascinating) Okay, back to Little Lime Hydrangea! It came about in August of 2005 at an open pollination breeding program in Grand Haven, Michigan. A cultivar created by combining 'Limelight Variegated' with Hydrangea paniculata and a mini star was born!
How to use Little Lime® Hydrangea in the landscape?
Like a fairytale garden in a cottage, adding little garden accessories would make an adorable touch or add a rustic table nearby for afternoon tea parties!
Planting Zones
Hardiness Zone: 3-8
How To Plant Little Lime® Hydrangea
Since Hydrangea paniculata loves to bloom on new wood, prune the Little Lime Hydrangea in late winter or early spring. The quick trim will encourage new growth and improve stem strength. It isn’t too fussy about the sun doing well in full sun and partial shade. To prevent root rot, plant in well-drained soil for happier flowers! It may be good to apply some mulch to help retain moisture and protect the roots from harsh weather.
How To Water
The Little Lime® prefers to keep the soil moist but not saturated, especially in the summer. Throughout the Hydrangea's life it will be best to do a deep watering once weekly during hot temperatures.
How To Fertilize
When feeding this little guy, it should take place in early spring. We recommend using our Elements Starter Plant Food.
How To Prune
Prune the Little Lime® in the late winter or early spring. This shrub will only need only need a quick trim to encourage fresh new growth and to help improve stem strength.
