Endless Summer Bloomstruck Hydrangea

 COMMON NAME: Hydrangea

This showstopper explodes with colorful blooms held on sturdy, reddish-purple stems. Blossoms mature to shades of purple or rosy red (depending on soil pH) extending the display into fall, followed by rich, burgundy-red foliage. Flowering occurs on both old wood and new growth on this variety, assuring flowers even after a severe winter. Offered in a 2 gal pot to give you a head start on a fuller-looking garden or hedge.

CHARACTERISTICS

• Garden Height: 3 - 4 feet
• Garden Width (Spread): 4 - 5 feet
• Spacing: 3 - 4 feet
• Bloom Color: Purple
• Bloom Time: June - September
• Light Requirements: Part Shade 
• Soil Preferences: Well-drained Soil
• Zones: 4 - 9

Maintenance Notes: 

Mid-Spring: Prune out any dead wood from all varieties. Check soil pH and adjust up or down if needed for desired flower color. Feed plants with a fertilizer high in phosphorus (such as 15-30-15) to encourage blooms. Complete any transplanting before the leaves unfurl. Mulch plants after the soil has warmed to conserve moisture and buffer soil temperatures. Watch for powdery mildew and treat as needed.

Fall: Remove and destroy any fallen foliage that was infected by powdery mildew. In Zone 5, cover the stems with a 12” layer of organic material such as straw or mulched leaves to help flower buds overwinter. You may also wrap your Hydrangea with burlap to protect it from winds and cold temperatures.