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General Information
A hardy hydrangea that flowers every year, regardless of winter temperatures. Flowers open green, turn to creamy green-white and finally take on tones of pink, red, and burgundy with the onset of autumn. Flower color is unaffected by soil pH. Hybridized in the Netherlands by Pieter Zwijnenburg. Awards: Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Gold Medal, ASCFG Cut Flower of the Year 2007, Royal Horticultural Society Award of Garden Merit 2008.
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January1. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.February1. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.March1. BuyVisit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.2. PlantMay be planted when soil has thawed and is workable.3. FertilizeFertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.4. PrunePrune now if desired; concentrate on removing old woody growth and keeping an open, vase-like center.5. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.6. TransplantTransplant as soon as soil has thawed and is workable.April1. BuyVisit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.2. PlantIdeal time to plant 'Limelight' hydrangea.3. FertilizeFertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.4. WaterProvide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.5. PrunePrune now if desired; concentrate on removing old woody growth and keeping an open, vase-like center.6. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.7. TransplantTransplant as soon as soil has thawed and is workable.May1. BuyVisit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.2. PlantStill an excellent time to plant, provide supplemental water if hot, dry conditions threaten.3. FertilizeFertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.4. WaterProvide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.5. PrunePrune now if desired - flowering may be delayed by a few weeks and this season's flowers may be smaller when pruned in late spring.6. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.7. TransplantCan be successfully transplanted now.June1. WaterProvide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.2. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.July1. WaterProvide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.2. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.August1. WaterProvide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.2. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.September1. BuyVisit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.2. PlantAn excellent time to plant one or add another to your landscape. Great fall color!3. FertilizeMay be fertilized now, though spring is preferable. Use a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, applied according to package directions.4. WaterProvide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.5. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.October1. BuyVisit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.2. PlantAn excellent time to plant one or add another to your landscape. Great fall color!3. FertilizeMay be fertilized now, though spring is preferable. Use a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, applied according to package directions.4. WaterContinue to provide supplemental water if autumn has been hot and dry.5. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.6. TransplantMay be transplanted now.November1. FertilizeMay be fertilized now, though spring is preferable. Use a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, applied according to package directions.2. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.3. TransplantMay be transplanted now.December1. MulchMaintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed. -
Buy
When's the best time to buy this plant? When can you buy these from seed (if you can)? When is it usually available? What are things to look for when you're buying it? Or anything other tidbit of information you can share!
February
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
March
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
April
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
May
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
June
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
September
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
October
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
November
Visit http://www.provenwinners.com/retailers/locate to find a retailer near you.
Plant
When's a good time to plant this plant or bulb? Any special planting instructions?
February
May be planted when soil has thawed and is workable.
March
May be planted when soil has thawed and is workable.
April
Ideal time to plant 'Limelight' hydrangea.
May
Still an excellent time to plant, provide supplemental water if hot, dry conditions threaten.
June
Still an excellent time to plant, provide supplemental water if hot, dry conditions threaten.
September
An excellent time to plant one or add another to your landscape. Great fall color!
October
An excellent time to plant one or add another to your landscape. Great fall color!
November
An excellent time to plant one or add another to your landscape. Great fall color!
Fertilize
When should you fertilize this plant? Which kind of fertilizer do you recommend? Should you use different fertilizers at different times of year?
January
Fertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.
February
Fertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.
March
Fertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.
April
Fertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.
May
Fertilize in early spring with a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs. Apply according to package directions.
September
May be fertilized now, though spring is preferable. Use a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, applied according to package directions.
October
May be fertilized now, though spring is preferable. Use a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, applied according to package directions.
November
May be fertilized now, though spring is preferable. Use a granular fertilizer formulated for trees and shrubs, applied according to package directions.
Water
Is there a time to reduce or increase watering? Any special requirements? Things to avoid during certain times of the year?
April
Provide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.
May
Provide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.
June
Provide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.
July
Provide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.
August
Provide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.
September
Provide supplemental water during periods of hot, dry weather.
October
Continue to provide supplemental water if autumn has been hot and dry.
November
Avoid letting plant enter winter season in a state of drought-stress by continuing to provide supplemental water if necessary.
Prune
When's a good time to prune this plant? How about deadheading, pinching back, trimming or any other grooming? Any special requirements?
February
Prune now if desired; concentrate on removing old woody growth and keeping an open, vase-like center.
March
Prune now if desired; concentrate on removing old woody growth and keeping an open, vase-like center.
April
Prune now if desired; concentrate on removing old woody growth and keeping an open, vase-like center.
May
Prune now if desired - flowering may be delayed by a few weeks and this season's flowers may be smaller when pruned in late spring.
Mulch
Does this plant need to be mulched? Are there specific types of Mulch which are better for this plant? How much?
January
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.
February
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.
March
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.
April
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.
May
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.
June
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.
July
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.
August
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.
September
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture.
October
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.
November
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.
December
Maintain a 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch to regulate soil temperature and help conserve soil moisture. Renew now if mulch has been removed or has decomposed.
Transplant
When's the best time to dig up and transplant this from one spot to another? (This is different than planting). Any special requirements?
February
Transplant as soon as soil has thawed and is workable.
March
Transplant as soon as soil has thawed and is workable.
April
Transplant as soon as soil has thawed and is workable.
May
Can be successfully transplanted now.
September
May be transplanted now - secure long stems with soft rope.
October
May be transplanted now.
November
May be transplanted now.
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