Invincibelle Limetta® Smooth Hydrangea

Space-saving, high performance Invincibelle Limetta smooth hydrangea is as cute as a button! This scaled-down version of our native smooth hydrangea significantly expands the places where this super reliable, super showy species can be used. Starting in early to mid summer, this petite plant explodes with lime-green mophead flowers, which open fully to white then go green again. Fresh flowers continue to appear through the season. Even though Invincibelle Limetta hydrangea is a flowering shrub, its small stature and super flower power make it almost akin to a perennial. What makes Invincibelle Limetta different than other smooth hydrangeas? Smaller size expands the garden and landscape possibilities Reblooming - even more so if the first wave of blooms are snipped off Details: Name: Hydrangea arborescens 'NCHA8' pp#30,431, cbraf Hardiness: USDA zones 3-8 Height + width: 3-4' Light: Full to part sun Soil: Any well-drained soil will do. Though dry conditions are unlikely to harm an established plant, prolonged drought will severely limit floral life. Pruning: Blooms on new wood; prune back by one-third in late winter/early spring for better habit and a slight improvement in stem strength. Water: Average water needs. Does not tolerate wet conditions. Fertilizer: Fertilize once in early spring with a rose fertilizer if desired. Bloom time: Summer, early fall Bloom color: Green, opening to creamy white, then green again Uses: Perfect for a low hedge or edging, or incorporated into perennial gardens and flower beds.