panicle hydrangea

Water your panicle hydrangea deeply and slowly each week during the summer months. Make sure the soil is moist and saturated with water, but not wet, for these plants. During dry periods, water once every 2 or 3 days. Water less often during colder weather or during the winter months, as the plant won’t need as much watering. Additionally, mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture in the soil.

Panicle Hydrangea requires full sun in order to grow and bloom to its fullest potential. This plant should receive at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day for optimal growth. It is also important to note that due to its need for higher sunlight exposure, this species should be planted in an area that receives at least partial shelter from the afternoon sun in order to protect it from the highest concentrations of the sun’s rays.

Panicle hydrangeas should be pruned in the late winter or very early spring, before any new growth appears. Pruning should be done conservatively because excessive pruning can reduce flowering potential and affect the overall shape of the shrub. Panicle hydrangeas prefer to keep a natural shape, so only remove dead, damaged, or weak branches or stems. Prune off any dead flower heads or tips that have faded during the winter. Lightly shape the plant if desired, but avoid removing more than 1/3 of the growth in any given year.