Hydrangea paniculata ‘Limelight’

Botanical Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' (standard/tree form)
Common Name: Limelight Hydrangea Tree
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering shrub trained into a small ornamental tree
Family: Hydrangeaceae
Origin: Hybrid developed in the Netherlands

Plant Description:

The Limelight Hydrangea Tree is a striking ornamental tree form of the beloved shrub Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'. Grafted or trained into a single-stem standard, it features a rounded canopy filled with enormous, cone-shaped blooms that start lime green, transition to creamy white, and age to deep pink or burgundy in late summer.

Unlike mophead hydrangeas, 'Limelight' flowers on new wood, ensuring reliable blooming even after hard pruning or cold winters. Its strong stems support large flower heads without flopping, making it perfect for formal gardens, borders, or as a standalone specimen tree.

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
  (At least 4–6 hours of sun for best blooming)

• Soil: Moist, well-draining soil; adaptable to various soil types

• Watering: Regular watering during establishment and dry spells

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
  (Excellent cold tolerance; suitable for northern and southern gardens)