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Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza Limetta

Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza® Limetta (‘NCHA8’)
Smooth Hydrangea, Wild Hydrangea, Sevenbark

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Received in perfect condition. The flowers are magnificent and resemble lace. Good flowers for bouquets.

Béatrice F., 04/01/2023

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A new variety of particularly compact hydrangea (50 to 75cm (20 to 30in) in all directions), which bears sturdy stems with large round and frothy umbels transitioning from lime green to creamy-greenish white, then back to lime green as they fade. The bush blooms from July to September. Tolerant with regard to soil, coping well with the sun, it will easily find its place in small gardens and adapt perfectly to pot or container cultivation on a terrace. Its flowers are very beautiful in fresh or dry bouquets.
Flower size
17 cm
Height at maturity
65 cm
Spread at maturity
65 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Description

Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza® Limetta (‘NCHA8’) belongs to a lineage of dwarf 'Annabelle' type hydrangeas perfectly suited for decorating terraces, balconies, and small gardens. Small in size, but endowed with the romanticism and accommodating character of the large 'Annabelle' that captivates so many gardeners, this small bush produces large frothy flowers in lime green and cream tones, which are decorative throughout summer. Its short and sturdy stems effortlessly support the weight of the flowers, even when soaked with rain. A wonderful hydrangea, as charming as it is easy to grow!

 

Hydrangea arborescens, also known as Virginia Hydrangea, belongs to the large Hydrangeaceae family. This botany species native to the Southeastern USA is less demanding in terms of shade and soil than its Asian counterparts, and therefore very easy to grow in any moist and flexible soil. It has given rise to numerous varieties through hybridisation, which prove to be excellent garden bushes.

BellaRagazza® Limetta is a perfectly hardy plant that faithfully reflowers even after cold winters, on the current year's shoots. It is suitable for cold regions, as it renews its floral buds all summer and does not fear spring frosts. It develops strong and ramified stems, forming a bush of about 65 to 75cm (26 to 30in) in all directions, a format perfectly suited for cultivation in tubs or pots. The flowering starts at the end of June and renews until September. It takes the form of large globular inflorescences called corymbs, which can measure up to 18cm (7in) in diameter. Each is made up of a multitude of small flowers called florets. Each floret has 3 to 4 sepals that successively turn from lime green to greenish-white before turning lime green again. The foliage consists of beautiful single leaves, 10 to 15cm (4 to 6in) long, which are wide and ovate, nicely embossed, and a medium green. The leaves are deciduous, and fall in autumn. Hydrangeas can live for 50 years.

If you like small, flowering, robust and easy to grow hydrangeas in any good garden soil, Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza® Limetta (‘NCHA8’) is the one for you! If your decor is rather contemporary, or if you have a small city garden, this small-sized bush will bring a romantic and natural touch. This plant animates all semi-shaded areas, on a terrace or in the garden, placed alone, in a flower bed, or even in a group of 3 subjects. Plant a small border of boxwood or Lonicera nitida 'Elegant' to form a setting for its large flowers. It can also be surrounded by grasses, hardy fuchsias, daffodils, and pansies to extend the flowering and complete the range of colours. Finally, cut its flowers to compose very beautiful bouquets.

 

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Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza Limetta (Flowering) Flowering
Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza Limetta (Foliage) Foliage
Hydrangea arborescens BellaRagazza Limetta (Plant habit) Plant habit

Plant habit

Height at maturity 65 cm
Spread at maturity 65 cm
Habit Irregular, bushy
Growth rate normal

Flowering

Flower colour green
Flowering time June to September
Inflorescence Corymb
Flower size 17 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Hydrangea

Species

arborescens

Cultivar

BellaRagazza® Limetta (‘NCHA8’)

Family

Hydrangeaceae

Other common names

Smooth Hydrangea, Wild Hydrangea, Sevenbark

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference171201

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Planting and care

Plant in the sun or light shade. Choose deep, loose, moist, enriched ordinary garden soil, slightly acidic or without excess limestone. Ensure the soil is deeply worked. A good base fertiliser (horn or dehydrated blood) will promote the establishment of your young plant and nourish it without risk of burning. The plant is perpetual, so you can cut the faded flowers regularly in summer. At the end of summer, leave the large dry umbels on the plant as they will protect the terminal shoots in winter. Remove the dried flowers after the spring frosts.

Planting period

Best planting time March, October
Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Woodland edge
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -20°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 1 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light)
Soil moisture Moist soil, well- drained, rich, deep

Care

Pruning instructions At the end of summer, leave the large dry umbels on the plant as they will protect the terminal shoots in winter. Remove the dried flowers after the spring frosts.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time February to March
Soil moisture Moist soil
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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