Hydrangeas on Parade

Choose a good variety for your region, care for it properly, and it will reward you with years of stunning summer blooms.

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  Plant Guide

  Hydrangea macrophylla 'Forever Pink'

  Hydrangea macrophylla encompasses two groups: mopheads, such as 'Forever Pink' (seen here) and lacecaps, which have more delicate flowers.
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  Plant Guide

  Hydrangea macrophylla 'Nikko Blue'

  'Nikko Blue' is a vigorous cultivar with large, rounded flower heads of a rich, gorgeous hue.
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  Plant Guide

  Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora'

  'Grandiflora' is a fast-growing shrub that can reach 25 feet tall. Flowers are good for cutting and drying.
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  Design

  Big Flowers from Bigleaf Hydrangeas

  The right mix of light, nutrients, and water, plus winter protection can ensure abundant blooms

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  Plant Guide

  Hydrangea macrophylla 'Pia'

  'Pia' is a dwarf mophead with globe-shaped flower heads made up of deep rose, 4-inch-wide flowers.
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  Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight'

  The very large midsummer blooms of 'Limelight' turn pink in fall.
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  Plant Guide

  Hydrangea macrophylla 'Mathilda Gutges'

  Large rounded flower heads shine against a background of deep green leaves.
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  Plant Guide

  Hydrangea arborescens

  Creamy, six-inch flower heads form flattened spheres above heart-shaped leaves from June through frost.