- Ships Out 2 - 2.5 Feet Tall
- Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
- Height 4 - 6 Feet
- Width 4 - 5 Feet
- Growing Zones 3-8
Limelight Prime® Hydrangea Tree is the updated version of the ever-popular Limelight Hydrangea. Not only is Limelight Prime a tree form, but it also has a slightly smaller spread to allow this plant to be used in virtually any garden setting with ease. Limelight Prime not only blooms earlier than Limelight, but the stouter stems also have no problems supporting the giant showy flower heads throughout the growing season.
Because Limelight Prime blooms exclusively on new wood, they are able to withstand cold and snowy winters with little chance of losing flower buds. The lime and white flowers age to deep shades of strawberry and raspberry making them some of the showiest plants in the garden. Limelight Prime can be planted in containers for the deck or patio, or directly into an existing garden plan to add height and color.
Limelight Prime® Hydrangea Tree Care
Limelight Prime appreciates well-draining soil that is consistently moist and has moderate fertility. The soil pH is not important, as this plant's color is not affected by acidic or alkaline soil. Mulching with a thick layer of organic material (arborist chips, shredded leaves, compost) helps the soil retain moisture, stay cool, and suppress weeds. Additional watering may be required during periods of drought and high temperatures.
Prune Limelight Prime early in the spring to remove any branches damaged from the winter and to keep the shape compact. Cut back branches to just above a pair of leaf buds so that no naked stems are visible once the leaves grow in. Deadheading is rarely necessary for Hydrangea paniculata.
Limelight Prime® Hydrangea Tree Spacing
The overall height for this Hydrangea standard is 6 feet with a similar size for canopy spread. Generally, there will be 3-4 feet of bare trunk on Limelight Prime, which makes it easy to plant into an existing garden bed. Space each hydrangea tree 4-6 feet apart to allow for the mature spread. To pot this plant, choose a pot with at least a 24-inch diameter.
Limelight Prime® Hydrangea Tree Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
| Plant Type: Shrub |
| Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
| Mature Height: 4 - 6 Feet |
| Mature Width: 4 - 5 Feet |
| Plant Spacing: 4 - 6 Feet |
| Growth Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Green, Pink, Red |
| Flower Shade: Green, Bright Pink and Red Shades |
| Seasonal Interest: Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Features: Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Low Maintenance |
| Uses: Border Plant Container Cut Flower Dried Flower Good for Screening Landscape Mass Planting Specimen or Focal Point |
| Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
| Botanical/Scientific Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPPH' USPP 32,511, Can PBRAF |
- SKU:
- 1014360123-pc
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Plant Addicts Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)
Plant Addicts always guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy & healthy. However, plant(s) are being shipped through the mail & sometimes accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped, just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note, plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.
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Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)
We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty, whether you're a new gardener or an expert. There are many variables outside of anyone's control that can cause a plant to die. Hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, diseases & pests are all good examples of what can cause plants to die. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all of the unknowns and will replace your plant if something were to happen to it.
The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant(s). We will cover 100% of the price of the plant, but the warranty does not cover shipping costs. SImply let us know if your plant has died within 1 year of receiving it and we will get you a new one shipped out as soon as possible (depending on the time of the year and availability). We may ask for photos for documentation purposes, but we try to make the process as easy as possible.
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Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations