Limelight Hydrangea Tree | Proven Winners® Paniculata Hydrangea

Limelight Hydrangea Standard Tree | 'Limelight' Hydrangea paniculata USPP 12,874, Can 2,319

Our Most Popular Blooming Panicle Hydrangea Tree  

√ Instant, fully grown specimen tree with enormous blooms! 

√ Hand crafted into an elegant standard tree, Limelight Hydrangea will complete your bucket list for a perfect specimen in your landscape.

√ Specimen Advantage: Substantial size - 5 gallon container - 3/4" to 1" caliper trunk - well branched head makes this an instant landscape item.

√ Imagine this tree in a year standing 6-8 feet tall loaded with large blooms like a large pom-pom of pale-green flowers.  

√ Versatile, Limelight Hydrangea can be planted in the ground or containers.

Plant Highlights:

• Growing Zone: 3-9
• Plant Brand: Proven Winners
• Botanical Name: 'Limelight' Hydrangea paniculata USPP 12,874, Can 2,319
• Foliage Color: Green
• Flower Color: Giant Blooms, Light Green - turning to white
• Flower Fragrance: N/A
• Fall Color: Leaves will yellow before falling off
• Type: Deciduous Shrub
• Mature Height: 6-8'
• Mature Width: 6-8'
• Growth Rate: Moderate
• Exposure: Sun
• Soil Needs: Moist well drained, needs moisture
• Water Needs: Occasionally, like moisture  
• Pruning Needs: Spring shaping before spring growth begins
• Awards: Plant of Merit 2010, Consumer Top Hydrangea 2020
• Grown by: The Plant Factory

Additional Highlights:

• Pollinator Friendly: Yes
• Deer Resistant: No
• Pet Friendly: No
• Reblooming: No
• Cold and Heat Tolerant: Yes
• Drought Tolerant
• Salt Tolerant

Limelight Hydrangea Tree (Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight') is a stunning flowering tree prized for its large, cone-shaped flower panicles that captivate from summer to fall. Starting as creamy white blooms, the flowers smoothly transition to chartreuse-lime and then to deep pink and burgundy hues, offering dynamic seasonal interest that brightens any garden space. This dramatic color shift sets Limelight apart as a garden centerpiece, combining bold beauty with sophisticated elegance.

Growing to a manageable 6 to 8 feet tall and wide, Limelight Hydrangea Tree is the perfect specimen for both small landscapes and expansive borders. The sturdy, upright stems provide excellent support to its oversized flower clusters without flopping, making it less maintenance-intensive than many other hydrangea varieties. This plant thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts well to various soil types, preferring well-draining soil that is kept consistently moist, especially during establishment. Once mature, it exhibits impressive drought tolerance.

Limelight's vibrant dark green foliage also boasts a colorful transformation, turning red and burgundy in autumn to prolong visual appeal. The tree’s toughness extends beyond beauty; it is notably resistant to common hydrangea pests and diseases, offering reliable performance season after season. This resilience makes it popular among gardeners and landscapers seeking both ornamental impact and dependable growth.

Beyond aesthetics, Limelight attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies, supporting local ecosystems while enhancing your garden’s vitality. Use it as a striking specimen tree, a flowering hedge, or a mass planting to create privacy or define garden rooms. Its architectural form and long flowering period also make it ideal for fresh-cut floral arrangements and dried flower crafts.

For best results, prune Limelight Hydrangea in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous new growth and maintain its elegant shape. Regular watering and mulching help conserve moisture and nourish roots. With proper care, this versatile hydrangea will reward you with spectacular seasonal displays year after year, elevating your garden with its effortless charm and color drama.

Care:

Blooming on new wood, a simple winter pruning is required. Remove about 1/3 to 1/2 of last year's growth to control size and set the scene for the upcoming season's flowers. Use 'Limelight' as a screening hedge planted 6-7' apart. It's a stunning stand alone specimen, and unsurpassed in fresh or dried cut flower arrangements. Fertilize in early spring with our SR-18-5-10 slow release fertilizer for maximum growth and plant health. 

Ordering:

Our processing time usually is 1-3 days after receiving the order. Orders taken after 4:00 pm on Wednesday through Sunday will be shipped the following Monday.

Shipping:

The Plant Factory, Inc. offers the very best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may deter your order temporarily until it is safe to receive and plant your plants/trees in your area. At our discretion, we will hold order till the threat is gone ensuring you with the healthiest- viable product ordered.

Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions – Summer above 95 degrees | Winter - Below 34 degrees

Just a heads up! We share pictures and videos on our site to showcase our products and highlight the quality of our growing process. However, depending on the season you purchase, you can receive a plant that is smaller or larger than what is presented. There's a chance you might see a plant blooming like the one on our site, but it's not guaranteed. We often trim off blooms since they don't travel well. When you buy our plants, think of it as a wonderful investment in your future garden! Enjoy the journey of nurturing them to their fullest potential.