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Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora'

CATALOGUE DESCRIPTION

Dense vigorous multi-stemmed large shrub with soft bright green leaves. In summer the shrub is covered with large panicles, up to 30 cm long, of creamy-white flowers , these turn pale pink with age. Very pretty. Severe pruning in the spring encourages a good flowering. Thin out crowded stems in late winter. Hardy for cold sites. Best in semi-shade, with good soil moisture.

Genus

Hydrangea

Species paniculata

Cultivar 'Grandiflora'

Common name

Peegee Hydrangea

Family name

Hydrangeaceae

Place of origin

China/Japan

DETAILS

Height

2 m

Width

2 m

(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)

Leaves

Deciduous

Soil Type

Grows in most soil types

Moisture

Prefers even moisture / Tolerates dry soils

Exposure

Must be sheltered from wind. / Prefers a semi-shaded site / Will tolerate very hard frosts.

Garden Style

Magnificent / Sanctuary / Whimsical

Plant Type

Shrubs