Q: How is 'Limelight' different from the species licorice plant?
A: 'Limelight' is distinguished by its bright, vibrant chartreuse-yellow to lime-green foliage (vs. the gray-green or silver-gray foliage of the species), providing a much brighter, more eye-catching contrast in the garden.

Q: Is the foliage fragrant?
A: Yes, the soft, velvety leaves release a pleasant, sweet, licorice or curry-like fragrance when brushed, especially on warm, sunny days.

Q: How large does it get?
A: It is a fast-growing, trailing plant, typically reaching 1-3 feet in height (if allowed to mound) but spreads 3-4 feet wide, with stems that trail and cascade significantly, rooting where they touch the soil.

Q: Is it a perennial or an annual?
A: It is a tender perennial, reliably hardy in USDA zones 9-11. In colder zones (USDA 8 and below), it is grown as a long-blooming annual or in a container to be overwintered indoors.

Q: How much sun does it need for the best foliage color?
A: For the brightest, most vibrant lime-green color, plant in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily). In partial shade, the foliage will be greener and less vibrant. In hot, inland climates, some afternoon shade is beneficial to prevent leaf scorch.