Description
Summer Crush Hydrangea is a dwarf deciduous shrub
that reblooms continuously in waves all throughout summer on both new and old wood. It has glossy serrated medium green leaves. The densely packed lacecap flowers bloom color that depends on the soil PH -acidic soils give the signature raspberry red while alkaline soils produce blue-purple flowers. The flowers attract butterflies
and pollinators
. Best bloom in partial sun
and rich, moist well-drained soils.
The Endless Summer series has improved disease resistance, especially against wilt.
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Type: |
Shrub |
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Origins: |
East Asia |
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Height: |
1.5′ – 3′ |
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Spread: |
1.5′ – 3’ |
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Spacing: |
2’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 – 9 |
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Culture: |
Part Sun |
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Bloom Color: |
Red(acidic), Purple(alkaline) |
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Season of Interest: |
Summer |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS:
Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter. If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew. Aphids are occasional problems.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Foundation Plantings, Hedges, Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS:Coral Bells, Hibiscus, Astilbe
IMAGE: Michele Dorsey Walfred, Summer Crush
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown
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