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Hydrangea
Hydrangea

Description: The popularity of these big, bold plants has grown over the few years. Many people remember Hydrangeas from their childhood. Today, we're falling in love with them all over again. Hydrangeas should be sited in moist, rich garden soil in partial sun to fairly deep shade. Hydrangeas can be categorized into 4 different types: Mophead, lacecap, Oakleaf and panicle. Each type has its own set of pruning rules and growing requirements.
Common Name:	Hydrangea
Botanical Name:	Hydrangea
Type:	Deciduous Shrub
Soil Preference:	Prefers moist, well-drained soil with a pH of acidic.
Light Requirements:	Partial Sun to Shade. Some types can tolerate full sun in moist soil.
Attributes:	Showy flowers
Pests:	Aphids, rose chafers, scales and mites
Diseases:	Bacterial wilt, bud or flower blight, powdery mildew, rust
Care:	Fertilize with a product for acid loving plants such as Holly-tone. Follow guidelines on package as well as our Water & Fertilizer schedule. Be sure that tree roots are not competing with the roots, since this will slow growth dramatically. See Tree & Shrub Planting Guide See Hydrangea Care Instructions
Pruning:	Since Bigleaf (H. macrophylla), Oakleaf (H. quercifolia) and Lacecap (H. serrata) Hydrangeas bloom on large buds formed on previous season's growth, any pruning should be done immediately after flowering. However, we suggest not to trim these types of Rhododendrons. Panicle types (H. paniculata) can be trimmed back in early spring to promote new growth and better flower production.

Varieties:
Click on image to view larger size	Hydrangea anomala petiolaris Climbing Hydrangea zones 5-8
	Description: An upright vine with clusters of fragrant flowers and showy bracts from late spring to early summer. Excellent for massive effect on brick or stone walls, arbors and trees. Becomes quite woody so it will need ample support.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Late spring
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	20'
	Spread:

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea arborescens* 'Annabelle'** Annablle Smooth Hydrangea zones 3-9
	Description: Large white flowers tower above foliage in June. Moist, well-drained soil is best.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	June-July
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	4'

Click on image to view larger size	Hydrangea 'Blue Lacecap' Blue Lacecap Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: A lacecap type Hydrangea with small clusters of blue flowers surrounded by larger flowers on the outer ring.
	Bloom Color:	Blue
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	3-5'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Blushing Bride'** Blushing Bride Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: A new white flowering selection from the Endless Summer family. Pure white flowers mature to soft pink. Re-blooms on new wood for endless color!
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-6'
	Spread:	3-6'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Cardinal'** Cardinal Red Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: Dark cardinal red flowers with serrarted edges on each petal. Forms a tight growing, mounded plant.
	Bloom Color:	Red
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	5'
	Spread:	5-6'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Endless Summer'** Endless Summer Mophead Hydrangea zones 4-9
	Description: The first macrophylla type to bloom on both old and new wood for large, colorful flower mops all season long! Remarkably hardy and more mildew resistant than other varieties. You can be confident that you'll get flowers every year all season long with Endless Summer.
	Bloom Color:	Blue (pink in alkaline soils)
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	3-5'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Forever Pink'** Forever Pink Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: A dwarf type usually growing to just 30". The dark green foliage is glossy and stays green until frost. Flowers balls (4-5") are produced in summer and can vary from deep rose pink to rich blue depending on soil pH.
	Bloom Color:	Pink (or blue in acidic soil)
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	30-36"
	Spread:	30-36"

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Glowing Embers'** Glowing Embers Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: Very large 8" flowers heads are crimson red deepening to purplish red.
	Bloom Color:	Red
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-4'
	Spread:	4'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Let's Dance Moonlight'** Let's Dance Moonlight Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: The Let's Dance Hydrangea series represents the next generation of re-blooming Hydrangea. Don't settle for dull drab Hydrangea flowers - this series kicks up the quality with vivid flower coloration and attractive foliage. The Let's Dance series blooms on both new wood and old delivering seasons of flowers and lots of wow. Makes you want to dance. Bloom color is a rich pink that ages to bright green. Blue flowers in acidic soils.
	Bloom Color:	Blue (pink in alkaline soils)
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	3-5'


Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Nikko Blue'** Nikko Blue Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: The flower heads are tight with a rounded form, produced in abundance with a good blue color (in acidic pH). This cultivar starts blooming in early summer and is very tolerant of shady locations.
	Bloom Color:	Blue (pink in alkaline soils)
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	3-5'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Pia'** Pia Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: Pia is one of the few Hydrangeas that stay pink under conditions that would turn most Hydrangeas blue. Grows best in afternoon shade with plenty of moisture.
	Bloom Color:	Pink
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	2-3'
	Spread:	2-3'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Pink Beauty'** Pink Beauty Mophead Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: AKA 'Perziosa'. Very hardy and drought tolerant with 4" round pink blooms deepening toward crimson with age. Stems and young leaves are purplish in color. .
	Bloom Color:	Pink
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green/purple
	Height:	4'
	Spread:	4'

© Dr. Michael A. Dirr, UGA-Dept. of Horticulture Center for Applied Nursery Research (CANR) Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Lady in Red'** Lady in Red Mophead Hydrangae zones 5-9
	Description: A new introduction featuring lacecap flowers opening pinkish-white and turning to lush burgundy rose as they mature. The foliage is rich reddish-purple in the fall with distinctive red stems and veins throughout the growing season. A compact, mounded habit with high mildew resistance and sturdy stems. Pruning is not necessary but if you need to prune, only so so right after blooming. More information
	Bloom Color:	Pink-Red
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	3-5'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Light-O-Day'** Variegated Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: A new variegated form with beautiful lacecap type flowers of blue or pink. The foliage is a good alternative to some perennials and shrubs such as Hosta in a shade area of your landscape with the added color of the summer blooms. This selection has shown to be hardy and have good reliable foliage color. Part of the Endless Summer family.
	Bloom Color:	Pink or blue (depends on soil pH)
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Variegated green & cream
	Height:	3-4'
	Spread:	3-4'

Click on image to view larger size Thank you to Endless Summer Collection for image use	*Hydrangea macrophylla* 'Twist-n-Shout'** Twist-n-Shout Hydrangea zones 4-9
	Description: Like all plants in the Endless Summer Collection, Twist-n-Shout produces abundant blooms on both old and new wood all summer long. Lacy deep pink centers are surrounded by gorgeous blossoms of pink or periwinkle blue, depending on soil pH. Sturdy red stems and deep green leaves turn red-burgundy in the fall to offer year round interest.
	Bloom Color:	Pink or blue
	Bloom Time:	All summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-5'
	Spread:	3-5'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea paniculata* 'Limelight'** Limelight Hydrangea zones 3-8
	Description: An exciting hardy Hydrangea from Holland, 'Limelight' has unique bright chartreuse blooms in mid-summer that hold bright and refreshing color right into autumn when the blooms change color to a rich deep pink. The autumn display of chartreuse and pink blooms on the same plant is breathtaking! The color makes a great addition to the garden and it blends wonderfully with all other colors. Use 'Limelight', either fresh or dried, in bouquets to make a unique floral design. This is an easy to grow plant with reliable flowering and flower color regardless of soil pH or winter temperatures. The flower heads are of good size, ranging from 6 to 12 inches and are held upright on the shrub. The blooms are well distributed making a very nice plant and display.
	Bloom Color:	White/Green/Pink
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	6-7'
	Spread:	7-8'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea paniculata* 'Little Lamb'** Little Lamb Panicle Hydrangea zones 3-8
	Description: A smaller growing panicle type with large white delicate looking flowers in summer. A Proven Winners selection excellent for full sun locations. Beautiful as a fresh or dried flower. Very hardy to -35°F (-37°C).
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	4-6'
	Spread:	5-6'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea paniculata* 'Snow Mountain'** Snow Mountain Panicle Hydrangea zones 3-8
	Description: An improvement over 'Kyushu'. The glossy leaves and early July bloom sets this tree apart from the others. The blooms are bigger and fuller than the older Kyushu variety. This tree can take the heat of the summers better than the rest.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	8'
	Spread:	10'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea paniculata* 'Tardiva'** Tardiva Panicle Hydrangea zones 3-8
	Description: A (tree form shown) White cone-shaped flowers bloom August to September. Flowers bloom white and fade to shades of cream and pink. Can cut back in spring to encourage new growth and better flower productions.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	August-September
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	6-8'
	Spread:	6'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea quercifolia* 'Pee Wee'** Oakleaf Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: A nice, dwarf and compact form of Oakleaf Hydrangea with white flowers blooming in early summer. The flowers fade to light pink and the leathery leaves turn a superb burgundy autumn color.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	3-4'
	Spread:	3-4'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea quercifolia* 'Snowflake'** Oakleaf Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: A very special Oakleaf hydrangea because the blooms appear to be double. The florets continue to open throughout summer making 'Snowflake' have a MUCH longer bloom time than any of the single varieties. Do not confuse 'Snowflake' for the very similar 'Snow Queen', which bears single flowers.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	5-6'
	Spread:	5-6'

Click on image to view larger size	*Hydrangea quercifolia* 'Snow Queen'** Oakleaf Hydrangea zones 5-9
	Description: Large, tightly packed pure white flower panicles are held upright to create a unique summer flower display. The flowers fade to light pink and the leathery leaves turn a superb burgundy autumn color.
	Bloom Color:	White
	Bloom Time:	Summer
	Foliage Color:	Green
	Height:	4-6'
	Spread:	3-5'

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