panicle hydrangea

For the panicle hydrangea species (Hydrangea paniculata 'Dvppinky' PINKY-WINKY), it is best to water about once a week in the hotter summer months but less in cooler ones. Make sure the soil is completely moist but not soggy. If it is feeling dry about 1-inch below the surface, it is time to water. In the winter months, water less often, allowing the top soil to dry. It is advised to fertilize with a general purpose fertilizer once in the spring and then again in late summer when flowers have begun to appear.

Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Dvppinky' PINKY-WINKY) grows best in full sun to partial shade. For optimal growth, the plant should receive a minimum of 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily during the growing season. In hotter climates, partial shade is preferred during the hottest part of the day, while in cooler climates, the plant may benefit from being placed in an area that receives morning sun.

For proper pruning of your panicle hydrangea, prune between late winter and early spring, ideally at the end of dormancy. Begin by removing any dead or damaged branches. Make sure to only prune healthy branches. Take off the lowest buds that are smaller and more crowding together. Remove some of the oldest canes to thin out the bush. Don’t prune back more than 1 third of the toms and branches every year. In order to keep the bush in the desired shape, also remove any stems that are growing far away from the centered growing of the bush. Reduce the height of the shrub if necessary, pruning the branches down to the desired height. To keep the natural shape of the shrub, prune just above a bud, making sure not to pinch the growing tip. Finally, shape the bush if necessary to keep it looking lush and neat.