Hydrangea paniculata

Peegee Hydrangea

The Peegee Hydrangea, scientifically known as Hydrangea paniculata, is grown for both its foliage and flowers. It produces graceful, arching branches that carry lush, dark green leaves. At the ends of the stems are pyramidal shaped clusters of pretty, white flowers. These are borne from summer through autumn and sit perfectly above the dark green foliage. It grows as a multi-stemmed, deciduous shrub with a rounded form to about 2 m tall and the same wide but can be trimmed as necessary. Best growth is achieved in a full sun or partial shade position on a well-drained, sheltered site with a slightly acidic soil. It is hardy to cool climates, frost, and short periods of dry. The Peegee Hydrangea is a great variety for mixed plantings, underplanting larger trees, growing as an informal hedge, using as a backdrop for smaller plants, or including in cottage gardens.