| Botanical Name: |
Hydrangea macrophylla White Out PPAF |
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| Breeder: |
Trend Floral of Canada |
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| Flower Color: |
Single white flowers |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy in USDA zones 4 through 8 |
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| Flower Type: |
Large 8" mophead blooms comprised of individual flowers |
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| Flowering Period: |
Early to midsummer until frost |
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| Foliage: |
Large, deep green leaves in summer |
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| Plant Size: |
Will grow to 28" tall, 25" wide |
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| Growth Habit: |
Compact, rounded habit |
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| Suggested Uses: |
Ideal for containers, beds, borders, and landscapes; blooms in northern areas where many other hydrangeas typically do not perform well |
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| Soil Needs: |
Does best in well-drained soil with good organic matter; prefers slightly acidic soil; avoid heavy clay with poor drainage |
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| Water Needs: |
Moderate to high water requirements; does not perform well in overly dry conditions |
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| Fertilizer: |
Controlled release fertilizer (10-10-10) is recommended in spring |
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| Disease Tolerance: |
Under severe disease conditions, plant can develop powdery mildew; leaf spot can also be a problem late in the season |
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| Pest Issues: |
Generally pest free |
