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Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'
Also called:
Limelight Hydrangea
Limelight Panicle Hydrangea
Botanical Description
Plant Family:
Hydrangeaceae
Deciduous
Med - Lg Shrub (usually >3' and never < 1.5')
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
No
Native to China and Japan
Pat Kolling
Flower:
Green
Blooms from :
Jul
to:
Aug
Large panicles that start out cream and turn to green, eventually gaining rose tints
Foliage:
Dark Green
Simple oval to ovate with serrate margins
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
3
Water Needs:
M
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
No
Firewise?
No
Height:
6-8'
Spread:
6' to 8'
Growth Rate:
Fast
Native Habitat:
Soil Needs
Organically rich, well drained
Fertilizer Needs:
Recommended Mulch:
Wildlife Uses
Attracts Pollinators?
No
Attracts Birds?
No
Supports Butterflies?
No
Wildlife use description:
Small mammals use for cover & food
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