Bouquet hydrangea 'Limelight' P9(0,5L)

Bouquet hydrangea 'Limelight' – A Striking Plant with Beautiful Inflorescences

The bouquet hydrangea 'Limelight' (Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight') is a popular variety valued for its large, conical inflorescences, which change colour as they bloom, and for its ease of cultivation. It is a plant with versatile use, perfect for home gardens, group plantings and as a solitary plant.

The most important features of the bouquet hydrangea 'Limelight'

Flowers:

• Large, conical inflorescences up to 30 cm long, initially lime-green, which over time change color to creamy-white, and later become pink or slightly red.
• The flowers last from July to October, which makes the plant attractive for a long time.

Height and Habit:

• It grows to a height of 2–3 meters and a similar width, which makes it an ideal choice for solitary and group plantings.
• It has an erect, spreading habit with strong shoots that keep the inflorescences in good condition.

Position and substrate:

• It prefers sunny to semi-shaded positions, grows best in full sun, but also tolerates light shading.
• The plant grows well in fertile, moist, well-drained soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Regular watering is crucial during the period of intensive growth.

Bouquet hydrangea 'Limelight' care

Trimming:

• Early spring pruning promotes healthy growth and abundant flowering by stimulating the plant to produce new shoots.
• Removing faded inflorescences improves aesthetics, but is not necessary for its health.

Frost resistance:

• 'Limelight' is fully frost-resistant, which makes it perfectly resistant to Polish winters. Requires minimal frost protection.

The use of bouquet hydrangea 'Limelight'

Gardens:

• Perfect for solitary plantings, in groups or in beds, where its large inflorescences will be a beautiful focal point.
• It can be used to create loose hedges and in compositions with ornamental grasses and perennials.

Cut flowers:

• The inflorescences are perfect for cutting, using in fresh bouquets and dried floral arrangements.

Specification

Flower pot: 0.5 liters
Age: 2 years old
Frost resistance: Yes