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Little Lime

Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lime'

Little Lime

In growth

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In bloom

JFMAMJJASOND

Planting Guide

Spacing3-5 ft apart
Planting depthCrown at soil level
Chilling hours1000+
Life expectancy20+ years
Growth rateFast
Planted2022 / 2023 2024
BedTo Be Sorted

Growing Conditions

SunFull Sun - Partial Shade
WaterAverage
Soil typeLoamy, well-draining
Soil pH5.5-7.0
Zones3-8
Native statusCultivar

Appearance

TypeShrub
LeafOvate (Egg-shaped)
Foliage colourGreen
BloomGreen changing to pink
FruitCapsule
EvergreenDeciduous

Root System

SystemFibrous/Adventitious Systems
MorphologyMixed Fine & Coarse
FunctionMixed Orders
PropagationSoftwood cuttings

Wildlife & Safety

AttractsButterflies, Bees
DeerNot Resistant
ToxicityToxic to Dogs/Cats
EdibilityInedible
CompanionsHostas, Coral Bells

Where it came from

GrowerProven Winners
Bought atKulak's Nursery

Care

Prune Late Winter, early spring / Panicle

Maintenance

Prune back by 1/3 in late winter or early spring to encourage strong new growth.

Cleanup

Late Fall

Notes

Compact version of the popular Limelight hydrangea.