Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Lime'

Little lime Panicle Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lime’ is a compact deciduous shrub selected as a smaller version of ‘Limelight,’ producing dense upright flower panicles that open lime-green, mature to creamy white, and later develop soft pink to rose tones in fall. This panicle hydrangea blooms on new wood from mid to late summer, with sturdy stems that hold the blooms upright even after rain. Its compact habit makes it highly versatile in smaller gardens.

Type: Deciduous shrub
Mature Size: Width: 3–5 ft · Height: 3–5 ft
USDA Zones: 3a–8b

Form: Compact, rounded

Light: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Adaptable; moist, well-drained soil preferred

Water: Medium; benefits from regular moisture during dry periods

Wildlife: Attracts bees and other pollinating insects

Features & Landscape Uses:
Excellent for foundation plantings, borders, containers, and mixed shrub beds where the lime-green flower color provides strong seasonal interest in a smaller space. Flower heads are also useful for fresh and dried arrangements.

Care:
Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. Because it blooms on new wood, prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage vigorous flowering. Mulch to conserve moisture and support root health.

Plant type

Flowering Deciduous Shrub

Height

3-5'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Early Fall, Late Spring, Summer

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Container, Foundation Plant, Mass Planting

Shape

Compact, Rounded

Bark

Exfoliating

Fruit

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No