Endless Summer® BloomStruck® Bigleaf Hydrangea

The heir apparent to The Original Endless Summer hydrangea, Bloomstruck bigleaf hydrangea boasts several improvements. You'll notice the color first: deep, pure violet-purple or pink, depending on the soil pH. Then you'll notice the stems, far stronger than the original and boasting a cool red hue that makes the plant colorful even when it's not in bloom! Enjoy months of flowers on a high-performance hydrangea.What makes Endless Summer BloomStruck different from other bigleaf hydrangeas? Red stems provide color even when not in bloom Details: Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'PIIHM-II' PP25,566 Hardiness: USDA zones 4-9 Height x width: 3-4' x 4-5' Light: Full to part sun Soil: Evenly moist but well-drained soils are best. A 2-3" layer of shredded bark mulch is recommended in all areas, all year round. Pruning: Blooms on old and new wood; do not trim or cut back, but dead wood may be removed in early spring Water: Average to high water needs. Though big leaf hydrangeas cannot grow in wet s