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Limelight Prime® Tree Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPPH' (Limelight Prime®) TF

Category: Deciduous Tree • Hydrangea

Discover Limelight Prime® Tree Hydrangea for stunning blooms and vibrant fall color in your garden.

Mature Height: 6-8 feet
Mature Width: 4-5 feet
Bloom Color: White, Cream, Pink
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light: Part Sun/Part Shade
Zone: Zones 3-8
Maintenance: Moderate
Growth Rate: Moderate
Season of Interest: Summer
Foliage: Deciduous

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Limelight Prime® Tree Hydrangea is a compact, hardy shrub known for its large, cone-shaped flower clusters that transition from green to creamy white and then to pink in the fall.

Ideal Conditions

Prefers full sun to partial shade and regular moisture. Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained soil with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Part Sun/Part Shade

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

specimenbordermass planting

Special Features

Largeshowy flower clustersattractive fall foliage

Wildlife Value

Attracts pollinators and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding height and interest to landscapes. Ideal for creating a focal point in gardens.

Maintenance Notes

Moderate

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Is Limelight Prime® Tree Hydrangea a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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