panicle hydrangea

Panicle Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPRZEP' ZINFIN DOLL) is a vigorous, hardy species of plant that grows best in moist, well-draining soil. Water your Panicle Hydrangea deeply and evenly 2-3 times a week for best results. During extreme heat, you may need to increase water applications to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Check the soil moisture 1-2 inches below the surface before watering and water only when the soil is dry or very lightly moist. This plant species does not do well in overly wet soil, so making sure the soil has back time to dry out between waterings is essential. Additionally, avoid over fertilizing the plant, as this will cause the leaves to drop.

Panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'SMNHPRZEP' ZINFIN DOLL) is a deciduous shrub that requires full sun for 4 to 6 hours each day. The plant should be placed in a location with direct sun in the morning or early afternoon. Full sun is best for this species in order to ensure it reaches its full size potential. Partial sun may be tolerated but is not ideal and may lead to smaller flowers and weaker branches and stems. During the hottest days of summer, panicle hydrangea should be lightly shaded from afternoon sun.

Panicle hydrangeas should be pruned in late winter or early spring before the buds swell. Depending on the size and type of the shrub, a light trimming may be done to promote a fuller appearance. If a major pruning is necessary, plan to reduce the entire shrub by approximately 1-third of the overall height and width. Remove any broken, diseased, or dead branches as well as any branches that are crossing or rubbing against 1 another. The specific timing and amount of pruning will depend on the individual plant, but it is generally best to prune in winter or early spring while the plant is still dormant.