panicle hydrangea

Panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPPH' LIMELIGHT PRIME) should be watered regularly. During spring and summer, the soil should be kept consistently moist but never soggy, adding 1-2 inches of water every week if the soil is on the dry side. While the plant is still young, an extra inch of water can be provided every few days to create a good environment and stimulate growth. During autumn and winter, reduce watering but still keep the soil slightly moist.

Panicle hydrangeas need between 4-6 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably during the morning or midday hours. This will provide them with optimal flowering conditions that will help them show off their brilliant blooms! Too much direct sunlight may cause the flowers to fade, so aim for no more than 6 hours of direct sunlight per day. In shadier areas, the plant may produce fewer blooms, so if you’re looking for spectacular flowers, this plant should be in a sunny spot.

When and how much to prune a Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPPH' LIMELIGHT PRIME') will depend on your personal preference. However, in general, it is best to prune these plants in the late spring or the first part of summer. Pruning should remove any dead or diseased wood as well as any weak or crossing branches. As this type of hydrangea tends to be a large, open shrub, only modest pruning is needed. It is not generally necessary to cut away more than 1-third of the previous year’s growth. This type of hydrangea blooms on new wood so pruning won’t interfere with flower production.