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Pee Gee Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Grandiflora’
Zones: 3 - 8


The Pee Gee Hydrangea Grows in zones 3 - 8
  • Produces large panicles of white flowers that turn purplish-pink throughout the summer; panicles are normally 6–8" long but can reach up to 12–18" if the plant is thinned to 5–10 shoots
  • Features medium to dark green leaves that are 3–6" long with serrated margins. In the summer, the foliage has a tinge of luster
  • Adapts to a wide range of climates
  • Grows in a rounded shape
  • Can be pruned into a small flowering tree

Tree Details

Shape

Rounded

Growth Speed

Fast

Scientific Name

Hydrangea paniculata ‘Grandiflora’

Mature Height

10' - 20'

Mature Spread

10' - 20'

Highlights

This is the most common H. paniculata form. It can be grown either as a large shrub or small tree, and it is known for its large panicles of white flowers. In fact, with some good pruning, this shrub can produce flower clusters measuring up to 12–18" in length!

To train as a single-stemmed tree: Select the straightest and strongest stem to use as the trunk. Stake the stem. Prune out additional stems, leaving 3–4 branches on the upper ¼ of the plant. Every spring, remove branches from the bottom ¾ of the plant and prune the top to a desired shape.

Sun Preference

Full Sun, Partial Sun/Shade

Soil Preference

Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Moist, Rich, Sandy, Silty Loam, Well Drained

History/Lore

This form was introduces from Japan in 1862.

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