Many of us grow on summer cottages not only fruit and vegetable plants, but also engage in flower breeding - petunias, daffodils, tulips, lilies, clematis. And if you have a desire to add another lush flowering plant to your collection, we recommend that you read our article about paniculata hydrangea.
The natural habitats of this hydrangea are the southern coast of Sakhalin, the islands of Japan and China. There it can reach ten meters in height. It also grows remarkably well in our latitudes and has adapted to both heat and frost. But its height is usually no more than two or three meters. With careful care, the bush adds 25 centimeters per year. Even if some of the shoots are damaged during harsh winters, this hydrangea will quickly recover. The shoots are brown-red, grow straight, sometimes spread out, and from the second year the stems become woody. This representative of the hydrangea family looks very picturesque from mid-summer to October frosts, when wonderful flowers open in its panicle inflorescences, reaching a length of up to 35 centimeters. They can be of two types:
The first flowers on paniculate hydrangea appear at the age of three years. In many varieties of hydrangea paniculata, the color of the petals changes during flowering. They may be creamy at first, then turn pink, and then turn red or green. It happens that there are so many flowers that the branches bend and even break under their weight if supports are not placed in time. The leaves of this plant are bright, large (up to 15 centimeters in length), elliptical in shape, with a pointed tip and small teeth along the edge. They have a pleasant velvety texture and pubescence. The veins are strongly depressed. All branches are abundantly covered with leaf plates located close to each other. The age of these centenarians can reach up to 60 years. Hydrangea can also adapt to unfavorable environmental conditions, for example, if there are increased levels of gas and smoke in the air. Which hydrangea to choose?
First, we will give the names of varieties of paniculata hydrangea, which have long been successfully grown by gardeners:
Gradually, other varieties are spreading throughout gardens and parks:
Varieties that need a lot of sunlight and moisture: “Unique”, “Levana”, “Diamond Rouge”, “Phantom”, “Diamantino”. The most suitable varieties of paniculata hydrangea for the Moscow region are: “Bobo”, “Grandiflora”, “Vanilla Fries”, “Pinky Winky”, “Limelight”, “Tardiva”, “Kiushu”, “Polar Bear”, “Mega Pearl”, “ Phantom", "Fries Melba". It is difficult to single out the best varieties of paniculata hydrangea; they are all good in their own way. Let us only note that the varieties bloom amazingly - “Great Star”, “Vanilla Fries”, “Early Sensation”, “Magical Candle”, “Diamond Rouge”, “Magical Fire”, “Fries Melba”. Let's start planting paniculata hydrangea
It is very important to choose the right place for the seedling on the site. Some varieties grow well in partial shade, while others need plenty of sun. As for the soil, it should be clay or loamy, but always fertile. Sandy soils are not suitable for hydrangeas. Most hydrangeas require an acidic reaction of the environment, then the color of the flowers will be bright, and a lot of “panicles” will form. To acidify the soil, you can take half-rotted needles (from spruce or pine), brown peat, and sawdust. Dolomite flour, ash, and lime are not used for this crop. In order to retain moisture under the crown longer, ground covers, for example, sedum and saxifrage, are placed near the hydrangea. Paniculata hydrangea is planted in open ground in early spring or September. It is still advisable to buy paniculata hydrangea in the spring, then it will take root very quickly and begin to actively grow. This can be done at flower exhibitions, fairs, nurseries, garden stores and centers. When planting this plant in the fall, there is a risk that a rapid cooling will not allow the hydrangea to settle down and take root in its new place. Make the hole for planting paniculate hydrangea wide (at least 70 centimeters in diameter) and deep (about 50 centimeters). Add a portion of fertilizers (mineral or organic) to the hole. Pour a mound of fertile soil and moisten it. When the water is absorbed, spread the roots on the mound, and then fill them with the remaining soil so as not to accidentally deepen the root collar. It should remain level with the surface of the earth. Compact the area under the hydrangea and water generously. If you have several seedlings, it is recommended to leave a distance of 150 centimeters between them (for tall plants) or 70 centimeters (for compact and dwarf forms). Recommendations for further care of paniculate hydrangea
How to prune paniculate hydrangea?
Annual pruning for paniculata hydrangea is very important, as it helps the bush look lush and bloom profusely. In autumn, it is necessary to cut off all the “panicles”, as well as weak and old shoots, branches, the growth of which is directed towards the inside of the crown. From 10 to 12 of the strongest shoots are left for wintering. Spring pruning must be done before the buds begin to open. Adult shoots are usually cut to 2-3 buds, and young stems to 3-5 buds. As a result, the bush will gain strength and will produce an abundance of inflorescences by August. In the spring, do not forget to shorten frozen shoots and those that look weak or diseased. For gardeners who do not prune paniculate hydrangea, it may not produce flowers. If your bush is old and you want to rejuvenate it, then cut off all the shoots to form a “stump”. The bush should be restored within two years. Possible difficulties when growing paniculate hydrangea
It happens that a gardener diligently moisturizes his pet, but the leaves on it still droop, the bush looks lethargic. It is likely that the soil and roots located in its upper layer are overheating under your hydrangea. Be sure to mulch the soil with peat, chopped bark or wood chips. Another nuisance is yellowing of the foliage on hydrangeas. At the same time, the color of the veins does not change - they are green. These are signs of chlorosis. And it occurs if the soil environment is alkaline. The symptoms will go away when you acidify the soil by feeding the hydrangea with iron sulfate. There are serious diseases that can disturb hydrangeas that are in the shade or heavily thickened:
You can try to cope with these diseases with the help of special preparations called fungicides. What does drying and falling leaves on a bush indicate? First, pay attention to the underside of the sheet plates. A cobweb is a sure indicator that the hydrangea has been invaded spider mites. Actellik is suitable for combating them. There are other pests on hydrangeas:
You can try for these pests folk remedies or special insecticides. How does hydrangea winter?
Now many wonderful varieties have been created that winter well without any shelter. But young seedlings should still be covered with spruce “paws”. If you live in regions where winters are harsh, then it is better to play it safe and cover even mature hydrangea paniculata bushes in the fall. How can this species be propagated?
There are several possible ways propagation of hydrangea paniculata:
Let us immediately warn you that hydrangea has very tiny seeds, their germination rate is low, and the grade may be lost. Such a seedling blooms only after four years. Typically, gardeners resort to cuttings. Cuttings (or pinching off) of hydrangea paniculata cuttings are carried out in June (from the 10th to the 15th) from annual shoots (ripe, at this time buds appear on the plant). If the cuttings were cut in the spring or autumn months, then their rooting is poor. There must be at least three pairs of buds on the cutting. You need to leave a distance of two centimeters from the lower bud, and only then make a cut. On short shoots, the top cuts are not made. But if the shoot is long, then the upper cut should be made so that there remains another five centimeters above the upper bud. Lower leaves must be removed, but it is permissible to leave one or two leaves on the top, cutting them off in the middle. Keep the cuttings in water with a growth stimulant (for example, Heteroauxin) for several hours (or maybe a day). Fill the containers with a mixture of peat and sand. Bury each cutting into the substrate by three centimeters. Cover the cuttings with clear plastic cups. For rooting to be successful, keep the substrate in the container moist. The cups are removed daily to allow the cuttings to be watered and sprinkled. You will notice signs indicating rooting in about a month. For the winter, such containers are moved to a cool room where they will not freeze. Such cuttings can already be transplanted to their designated places in next year, in August. If a small bush tries to produce buds at this time, you will have to cut them off so that the plant does not waste energy on flowering, but uses them to prepare for winter. Such seedlings are covered in the fall; winter hardiness will come to them after flowering (after four years). This hydrangea is propagated by layering as follows. Next to an adult bush, make a groove 20 centimeters deep. Bend an annual shoot there, first making small cuts in the place where the roots may grow. The layer must be attached to the ground with a bracket. Upper part must stand vertically. Fill the groove so that the top remains uncovered. Water this place periodically. After a year, the grown young growth can be cut off from the adult bush and moved to another place. If you have already developed good bush, which you want to divide into two or three parts, then dig it up completely in the spring (you can do it at the very beginning of autumn), and then carry out the division. At the same time, several buds should remain on each part, from which renewal will begin. Landscape designers often combine paniculata and tree hydrangea, creating spectacular compositions. These plants are combined with conifers, lilacs, spirea, irises, peonies, roses, astilbes, mountain weeds, and anemones. In parks and public gardens, hydrangea is alternated with plantings of birch, maple, and willow. Hydrangea paniculata, photo
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is a shrubby plant belonging to the genus Hydrangeaceae. It is of interest to gardeners due to its beautiful lush flowering with large inflorescences of various colors: white, blue, pink, blue. The homeland of hydrangea is China and Southeast Asia. The plant was introduced into cultivation at the end of the 18th century.
Did you know? The name of the genus comes from three words: hydor - water, angor - longing, hortis - garden, translated as “longing for water”. Another version suggests that the source of the name Hydrangeaceae are the words hydor - water and aggeion - vessel. Be that as it may, the name reflects main feature plants - hydrangea is very moisture-loving.
Previously, hydrangea was considered a capricious and whimsical plant, but thanks to the efforts of breeders, species were developed that even a novice gardener can grow without much hassle.
One of them is panicle hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata), which is attractive primarily because it tolerates well low temperatures And long flowering.We will talk about other advantages of paniculata hydrangea and its best varieties in this article.
Paniculate hydrangea is characterized by large and long panicle inflorescences - up to 30 cm in height. The shrub itself can grow from 1 to 10 meters in height. When blooming, the flowers have a greenish-white or creamy-white color, closer to the flowering period they turn pink, and towards the end of flowering they turn red. Flowering period is from June to October. The first flowering occurs four to five years after planting.
Important!It is advisable not to plant hydrangea in close proximity to fruit trees, because then they will fight for water.
The shrub attracted the attention of breeders at the end of the twentieth century. Since then, more than 25 varieties of paniculata hydrangea have been bred, a description of the most interesting varieties presented below.
Grandiflora was one of the first to be bred. It differs in its somewhat late onset of flowering compared to other varieties - it produces flowers in July. Flowering ends in September. Interesting of this variety color of inflorescences. When the shrub just begins to bloom, the flowers on it are creamy-white; during the flowering process they become pure white, then pink, and when they fade, they become greenish-red. 
Did you know? By undertaking certain manipulations, you can get flowers of other colors from hydrangea. So, when watering before flowering with a solution of aluminum or ammonia alum, the white sepals of the plant will turn blue, the pink sepals will turn purple. Adding iron to the soil produces a blue color. Also, to obtain a blue color, watering with copper sulfate is used.
Grandiflora's bushes grow large - up to 2 m, with a round, spreading crown. The variety also has beautiful leaves, they are dark green, velvety, pointed. The plant prefers to grow in sunny areas, but can tolerate light partial shade. Paniculate hydrangeas of the Grandiflora variety are resistant to frost; young plants need to be covered for the winter.
IN decorative culture This variety is best used in standard form. It is also used for forcing. If the inflorescences are dried, they are perfect for decorating winter bouquets.
The Kyushu variety can be easily distinguished from other varieties by its dark green glossy leaves with red petioles. It also stands out fragrant flowers. Blooms in mid-July. The flowers are classic white. Flowering ends in September. The shrub grows up to 3 m in height and in diameter. Loves light, but can tolerate partial shade. 
In culture it is used in miskborders, Japanese gardens, group plantings and alone.
Did you know? The variety received its name from the Japanese island of Kyushu. There he was discovered in wildlife in 1926, at the same time delivered to Europe.
The Matilda variety is noticeable for its rather tall conical inflorescences (25 cm) and a large bush - up to 1.8-2 m. During the flowering period from July to September, the colors of the flowers change four times - from creamy white to white, then in the fall the flowers become soft pink and end up blooming greenish-red. Survives low temperatures. 
Tardiva blooms later than all other varieties. Flowering begins in the second half of August and ends with the onset of frost. Its inflorescences are narrow, conical and pyramidal in shape. The flowers are creamy white, turning pink over time. 
In order not to lose their decorative value, it is better to plant Tardiva bushes in open sunny areas. IN winter period young plants require shelter. The older the shrub gets, the more resistant it is to cold.
Important! Hydrangeas will delight you with abundant flowering in the right soil. They prefer loose, moist soils rich in humus. They can grow on acidic, clay and peaty soil. They do not like sandy and calcareous soil.
Tardiva shrubs are used for mixed plantings with perennials, in shrub mixborders. Dried inflorescences are used in bouquets.
Bushes of the Limelight variety reach a maximum height of one and a half meters. The inflorescences of this variety have a pronounced lemon or green tint. At the end of flowering they turn pink. In front gardens, these hydrangeas look beautiful both individually and in group plantings. Together with other shrub plants they are used in mixborders. The inflorescences are suitable for winter bouquets. 
The Pinky Winky variety is valued for its strong, elastic stems that can support large, heavy inflorescences 15-20 cm in height without support. The bloom of this hydrangea is a wonderful sight. Just like all hydrangeas, Pinky Winky's inflorescences change color depending on the flowering period - in July they are white, and in September they are dark pink. Since this process occurs unevenly, the inflorescences can be colored differently at the same time: for example, they can be pink at the bottom, light pink in the middle, and white at the tips. And on the bush itself there can be either pure white inflorescences or completely dark pink ones.
The shrub grows up to 2 m in length and width. Its crown is round. Prefers to grow on open areas, but not in direct sunlight. This hydrangea is often planted near the entrance to a house or yard, near gazebos, benches, and as a hedge. Suitable for both single and group plantings.
Another popular variety of paniculata hydrangea is the Vanille Fraise variety. These shrubs reach a height of 2 m and a width of 1.5 m. At the very beginning of flowering, the pyramid inflorescences are white, but they quickly change shade and become deep pink. This variety is photophilous and frost-resistant. 
Did you know? Hydrangea paniculata is characterized by good resistance to polluted air. Therefore, it can be planted in city flower beds and along busy highways.
Low-growing varieties have also been bred for Hydrangea paniculata. These, for example, include the Belgian hydrangea Bombshell - it grows only 70-80 cm. At the same time, the shrub blooms profusely. The inflorescences of this hydrangea are round, slightly elongated, 13 cm high. Change color from green-white to pink. During the flowering process and as the inflorescences become heavier, the branches bend downwards, thus forming a spherical crown. The flowering period is very long - from June to mid-autumn. 
Plants of this variety can be planted in partial shade. Suitable for container cultivation.
Did you know? Hydrangea is a long-lived shrub. In the literature there is information about plants aged 60 years.
The Presox (Praecox) variety, bred by Japanese breeders, is distinguished by its earliest flowering - inflorescences appear in June. Its inflorescences are small, the petals have denticles at the ends. 
The Floribunda variety, popular among Europeans, blooms with very large white-cream conical inflorescences on long stalks. Against the background of contrasting dark foliage, the flowers look very elegant. The shrub grows up to 2 m. It blooms from July to September. Prefers well-lit areas, sheltered from drafts. 
Mature plants are characterized by high frost resistance. Young bushes require shelter for the winter. Floribunda on the lawn is especially beautiful in combination with conifers or other ornamental shrubs.
Hydrangea of the French variety Great Star, perhaps, cannot be confused with any other. It has a unique shape of inflorescences, which are formed from two types of flowers: sterile - large white (up to 10 cm) with curved petals, similar to propellers or stars, and fertile - small, unremarkable. There are about 17 sterile flowers in the inflorescence, 200 fruitful ones. 
Mature bushes grow up to 2 m in height and width. They have a widely spreading crown. Plants of this variety are light-loving, but can also withstand light shade. Like most hydrangeas, Great Star is unpretentious and does not require staking. Used in single and group plantings.
Tall and lush bushes are formed by the Silver Dollar variety. They reach 2.5 m in height and width. Their crown is smooth and round in shape. The shrub blooms from July to September with large pyramid-shaped inflorescences of white-green color. A little later, the flowers become silver, and in the fall they turn lilac-pink. 
The plant is equally decorative both in the sun (not in direct rays) and in light shade. Withstands winter temperatures down to -29 °C. Plants of the first two years need to be protected under cover during wintering.
Used in solitary and group plantings. Silver Dollar hydrangeas make beautiful silvery hedges; they decorate areas along garden paths and paths in city parks. Goes well with perennials from other families.
The Phantom variety stands out among its fellows in appearance due to its largest cone-shaped inflorescences and beautiful bush shape. The height and width of the bush are within 2 m. Traditionally, for hydrangeas, the flowers change color from the beginning to the end of flowering - they are cream in summer, pink in autumn. Phantom blooms in July.
The variety is winter-hardy, suitable for planting in semi-shaded areas. IN landscape design planted as a tapeworm and in group plantings, in combination with other perennial crops. Paniculata hydrangea is actively used in breeding experiments even today; recently, new varieties have been developed. Among them are Ammarin, Big Ben, Bobo, Brussels Lace, Dolly, Early Sensation, Mega Mindy, Shikoku Flash, Mustila, etc.
Hydrangea paniculata – Very beautiful plant and it is not for nothing that it is popular among flower growers and breeders from different countries. And no matter how much we try to describe the decorativeness of this plant in words, it is only possible by looking at photographs with abundant flowering shrubs, fall in love with this flower and want to decorate your garden or balcony with it.
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Exquisite and solemnly majestic hydrangeas, occupying a leading position in the family of the same name, are common in the wild nature of Asia, southern Europe and North America. On Russian territory in the Far Eastern region there are two species of this ornamental plant.
Paniculates are also cultivated. New varieties are especially popular among domestic gardeners. These magnificent plants are successfully grown in almost all, even the most climatically difficult regions of the country. In this article we will present an overview of hydrangea varieties.
Type of hydrangea paniculata
This plant is very attractive and has excellent regenerative ability in case of partial damage caused by freezing. New varieties of hydrangea paniculata have high frost resistance, allowing the plant to overwinter under minimal or no shelter from spruce paws and spandex (in places protected from northern winds and with a sufficiently high layer of snow cover).
The self-explanatory name of the species determines the shape of the inflorescence, which is a large, long-blooming panicle. Distinctive feature Some varieties of this species have a rare ability to gradually change the color of flowers. Cut inflorescences are often used in winter bouquets. is represented by numerous varieties, differing in the size and structure of the bush, the color of the inflorescences, and the duration of flowering. The popular ones, which we will discuss below, have long been recognized by gardeners.
Grandiflora
Photophilous decorative variety with classic large white cone-shaped inflorescences and a predominance of sterile flowers that turn pink during flowering - this is what the description of popular varieties looks like, let's start with it. The bush, reaching two meters in height, with a regular rounded crown is distinguished not only by the beauty of its flowers, but also by the decorativeness of its leaves, oblong and velvety with a pointed tip, which bloom quite late. Flowering period is from July to September. The degree of winter hardiness increases with age; young plants should be covered with the onset of winter.
Features of the variety
Resistance to gas pollution allows Grandiflora to be grown within the city. It is often used in park interiors, in group and single plantings.
Grows excellently in well-lit places with loose, fertile, acidic soils. very demanding on watering and fertilizing. The magnificent decorative appearance of the bush is maintained by annual spring pruning. Can be grown by forming a trunk.
Hydrangea Limelight
A late-blooming variety with large, dense, wide-conical inflorescences that have a distinct light green tint at the beginning of flowering, turning into soft pink tones in the fall. Limelight enchants with the beauty of its dense inflorescences of sterile flowers. The shrub is quite compact, reaches one and a half meters in height and has a neat rounded crown. Not only the inflorescences are decorative; the velvety dark green oblong leaves with a sharp apex emphasize the sophistication of the plant. Blooming from mid-summer to September, hydrangea is light-loving, develops well on light acidic soils and absolutely does not tolerate liming. The variety is planted in illuminated areas.
Young plants are especially vulnerable in harsh snowless winters, so they will have to be covered in the first years. Like other new varieties of Hydrangea paniculata, Limelight increases its level of winter hardiness with age. The plant requires rational care: watering and fertilizing during the growing season are required, as well as sanitary and shaping pruning, which must be carried out either before the start of sap flow, or during the leaf blooming period. The highly decorative nature of the bush is used for planting it in single or group ensembles that decorate park and garden interiors. Limelight and other varieties of paniculata hydrangea, the most popular in Russia, are valued by gardeners as the basis for floral arrangements and winter bouquets.
Hydrangea Vanilla Fries
A favorite variety of many gardeners with exquisite and beautiful pink and white pyramidal inflorescences. The spreading shrub with a diameter of one and a half meters and a height of two meters is classified as late flowering.
The inflorescences, consisting of sterile snow-white flowers that bloom at first, quickly turn pink and acquire a rich pink color. This change in shade is characteristic of many paniculate hydrangeas. New varieties have a more pronounced change in shade and a surprisingly long flowering time. These include Vanilla Fries, used as a spectacular tapeworm surrounded by bright perennials in lawn compositions. The shrub is frost-resistant, light-loving, prefers well-moistened fertile soils with an acidic reaction. It is planted in brightly lit areas, protected from the winds. Periodic generous watering and fertilizing are required. Pruning of weak, frozen or faded shoots is carried out in early spring before the buds swell.
Hortense Kyushu
Decorative early flowering shrub with white inflorescences of sterile and predominantly fertile flowers that gradually turn into pinkish. The spreading bush, reaching three meters in height, is distinguished by dark green glossy foliage and medium-sized inflorescences with a small number of sterile flowers. Despite their height, the bushes create the impression of transparent lightness, and this quality of the plant is often used in landscape decoration and effectively played up by garden interior designers. White flowers collected in long conical shapes wide base inflorescences have a pleasant aroma.
Hydrangeas paniculata. New varieties, however, tolerate partial shade and can grow well in areas with light and acidic soils. This is also typical for Kyushu. The shrub has moderate winter hardiness, which increases with age. The variety is moisture-loving, demanding on fertilizing, and tolerates air pollution very well, which is invaluable in urban conditions. Therefore, Kyushu is often planted in city parks, shrub mixborders, and also Japanese kindergartens. Pruning is carried out in early spring, shortening shoots with faded inflorescences to a developed node with existing buds and cutting out weak and broken branches.
Hydrangea Pinky Winky
A beautiful bush with pink-red inflorescences, in which sterile flowers predominate, has a lush, rounded crown reaching two meters in diameter. Decorative perennial productive for almost fifty years. The annual growth of shoots is 25-30 centimeters. The flowers are collected in long, up to 18-20 centimeters inflorescences with a change in shade from purple at the base of the cone-shaped panicle to a snow-white top.
Light green oblong leaves with pointed tips and serrated edges also add decorativeness to the bush. Hydrangea Pinky Winky is used to decorate estates, gardens and park areas, often planted as a hedge or in single and group plantings in ensembles and contrasting compositions. This variety does not tolerate drought, soil compaction and the presence of lime in it; it prefers sheltered areas lit by the sun with fertile acidic soils. In case of abundant flowering, it is recommended to tie the bush. Young plants are covered for the winter.
Tree and paniculate hydrangeas: new varieties
More recently in Russian gardens one was grown garden form paniculate hydrangea - Grandiflora. Today on the domestic market you can find various types and varieties created earlier, as well as new products bred by foreign breeders.
The hydrangeas listed above (new and better varieties) differ in few characteristics from the Grandiflora, which is well known to gardeners, since in order to determine the basic qualities of a plant, it is preferable to test it by growing it for several years. However, when choosing a variety, you can pay attention to such features as the shape and structure of the inflorescences, their color and the height of the bush.
Inflorescence shape
Hydrangeas paniculata, the new varieties of which are described above, have conical inflorescences of different lengths - from 10 to 35 centimeters. Some inflorescences are more elongated, others are almost round, with a slightly noticeable tip. The structure is also different: large sterile flowers compact and make it heavier, while flowers of different types (small bisexual and large sterile) lighten it and make it openwork. They are elegant, do not bend to the sides and do not break from the wind.
When choosing varieties, gardeners are guided by their own preferences. Varieties with large dense flowers include Grandiflora, Limelight, Vanilla Fries. Graceful openwork panicles are characteristic of the varieties Kyushu, Pinky Winky, Great Star and others.
Shades of inflorescences
White color is the basic color of the inflorescences, but the shade changes during flowering. Varieties with the most pronounced snow-white flowers are Vanilla Fries, Great Star, creamy ones - Grandiflora, Kyushu, greenish ones - Limelight. Pinky Winky has a deep pink hue. In the vast majority of varieties, by autumn the flowers turn pink with varying degrees of color intensity.
Shrub height
Hydrangeas paniculata (new varieties such as Pink Diamond, Kyushu and Phantom) have more pronounced vertical growth of stems, strong but less branching shoots. These bushes are quite tall (two to four meters).
There are also low-growing varieties, not exceeding one meter, that are excellent for rock gardens and container growing - Pinky Winky, Darts Little Dot, Last Post and others.
Experienced gardeners appreciate the presented decorative Review the best varieties will help novice summer residents choose the variety they like best.
Varieties of paniculata hydrangea surprise the imagination and attract beautiful flowering, exuding a delicate aroma of summer. This is a group of shrubs that are perfect for decorating gardens, lawns and alleys. for a long time. At correct landing and care, hydrangeas can grow for more than 50 years.
Famous varieties of paniculate hydrangea
The main difference between paniculata hydrangea and other species is the cone-shaped inflorescences, like lilacs. They consist of two types of small flowers different sizes: bisexual and sterile.
There are many varieties of this species, which are replenished with new specimens every year. They differ in the tone of the inflorescences, the height of the bushes, the timing of flowering, as well as other characteristic features. Plants are frost-resistant, with proper care They take root well in temperate continental climates.
We talked in more detail about the proper care and cultivation of hydrangea in the garden in the article
1. Hydrangea paniculata variety Vanilla Fraise Renhy
Most popular variety paniculate hydrangea is a real pearl of any garden. Gorgeous blooms with changing shades of flowers! Flowers appear at the end of June on almost every branch. At first, the panicle inflorescences are white, then they acquire a soft pink color, like ice cream with vanilla cream. In September the flower turns bright red.
Height up to 2 meters and width up to 1.5 meters. Prefers partial shade. It has fairly high soil requirements. To fully enjoy the charm of this hydrangea variety, you need to provide it with fertile, acidic, humus soil.
Frost resistance ensures abundant flowering every year: from June to September. Blooms on this year's shoots. In spring, it is worth pruning the shoots by 1-3 buds to get a beautiful bush shape and form giant inflorescences up to 30 cm long with abundant flowering.
This variety of hydrangea looks impressive both individually and in a group, along paths, near the walls of buildings, near fences or in larger group in the flowerbed. Don't forget to plan to plant it near your house, terrace or garden bench.
Perennial flower, easy to grow, very hardy plant. First Salon du Vegetal Award in France. Bronze medalist at Plantarium.
2. Hydrangea paniculata variety Limelight (Limelight)
The variety "Limelight" got its name from the greenish tone of the petals, which turn pink towards the end of the flowering season. The bush is round in shape, spreading, up to 2 m in height and width. Blooms from last numbers July to September with large cone-shaped inflorescences, up to 25-30 cm long. The lime shade of the flowers lasts until September if the bush grows in partial shade. In the sun, the petals lighten, and closer to September they become soft pink. The leaves of representatives of this variety are rich green, with moderate velvety.
The variety "Limelight" was bred by Dutch breeders, and quickly received widespread all over the world. It has been noted as one of the best varieties by the Pennsylvania, Great Britain and Philadelphia Horticultural Society.
3. Hydrangea paniculata variety Pink Diamond (Pink Diamond)
The bush is tall, up to 2 meters in height and 1 meter in width. The leaves are light green, slightly rough. Narrow paniculate inflorescences up to 30 cm in length, reminiscent of chestnut candles, are white at the beginning of flowering and gradually acquire a bright pink color. It blooms in June, and decorates the area with its abundant flowering for 2 whole months. The flowers are borne on stiff, reddish stems, so they do not need to be supported.
4. Hydrangea paniculata variety Bobo (Bobo)
The Bobo variety was developed in Belgium and quickly became famous for its compact size. It reaches a height of no more than 70-90 cm, and a width of up to 50 cm. It is successfully grown both in open ground, and in special containers on balconies or terraces. The plant blooms from the second month of summer to the beginning of autumn. The inflorescences are white-yellow, gradually turning pink. In 2011 at the prestigious flower exhibition in Belgium this type was recognized as the best of the new varieties.
5. Hydrangea paniculata variety Silver Dollar (Silver Dollar)
Tall bush, up to 2.5 meters wide and 2 meters high. The inflorescences are large, cone-shaped, white with a slightly noticeable light green tint, and gradually turn pink by the end of summer. The flowering period begins in July and ends in late September or early October. The leaves are emerald green, ovate, pointed at the ends. The variety is famous for its unpretentiousness and resistance to diseases. Unlike some other types of hydrangea, "Silver Dollar" thrives in both partial shade and full sun.
6. Hydrangea paniculata variety Pinky Winky (Pinky Winky)
Spreading bush, with lush crown, up to 2 m in height and 1.5 m in width. The leaves are oblong, slightly rough, and towards autumn they change color from light green to red. The inflorescences are pyramidal, with a white top and purple-pink bottom. Blooms from July to September. The variety is relatively young, bred in Belgium in 2003, after which it became widespread in gardening and landscape design.
7. Hydrangea paniculata variety Grandiflora (Grandiflora)
"Grandiflora" is one of the most resistant hydrangea varieties with low soil requirements and excellent decorative qualities. One of the largest and most impressive representatives of the species. Reaches 3 meters in height and 2 meters in width. The cone-shaped inflorescences are lush, large, 30 cm or more in length. Flowering appears in the second half of summer. The flower caps are at first cream-colored, over time they become snow-white, and closer to autumn they become green-crimson in color. The end of flowering occurs at the beginning of October. Requires annual pruning in the spring, only then can hydrangea bloom abundantly. The variety "Grandiflora" is one of the oldest - it became famous in 1860, and is still very popular among gardeners.
8. Hydrangea paniculata variety Sundae Fraise (Sunday Fraise)
Hydrangea variety "Sundae Fraise" grows up to 1.5 m in height. Its width usually does not exceed 1-1.20 m. Thanks to small sizes the bush is successfully planted in containers. In mid-June it blooms with conical inflorescences, first white, and closer to autumn - purple-red. Coloring occurs gradually: starting from the bottom, the pink tone slowly makes its way to the top. The hydrangea variety "Sundae Fraise" was awarded a silver medal at a flower exhibition in Holland in 2010.
9. Hydrangea paniculata variety Kyushu (Kyushu)
The "Kyushu" bush grows up to 3 meters in height and 2 meters in width. Its pyramid-shaped flower caps reach 24 cm, are pale white, and exude a pleasant aroma. Sterile flowers are present in small quantities. The leaves are glossy, green, and towards the end of summer they acquire a yellowish tint. "Kyushu" blooms in mid-July, and until the fall it pleases others with its magnificent appearance and rich aroma. The popularity of the variety was given to the British botanist collector K. Ingram when he met it on the Japanese island of Kyushu in 1926.
10. Hydrangea paniculata variety Phantom
A very decorative variety with a long flowering period from July to October. Dense inflorescences up to 30-40 cm long. The color of the flowers is white at the beginning, later pink. The variety is tolerant of soil composition and grows well in medium garden soils. In the spring, it is recommended to moderately trim the previous year's shoots by 1/4 of the length, and every few years, if necessary, a rejuvenating cut. The variety is frost-resistant and does not require shelter.
In the landscape design of a site, it is customary to use several varieties of paniculata hydrangea - of different heights, different shapes and density of the brush; they create an interesting dynamic composition throughout the season.
These and other varieties of paniculata hydrangea are worthy of decorating your garden and yard. Plant them one by one, or combine them in a composition of different types, - in any case, these plants will become the “highlight” of the site.
Hydrangea paniculata by right occupies a prominent place in garden decoration. It is rare to find shrubs that, along with being unpretentious to grow, are distinguished by excellent decorative qualities and long flowering time. If you still don’t have this shrub on your site, definitely worth getting one.
Grandiflora
The most striking representative of the variety. This is a magnificent shrub with huge cone-shaped inflorescences, white at the beginning of flowering, turning to gray-red in autumn.
It is a large representative of the species. The height and volume of the bush reach 2-3 meters, the inflorescences have a length of 30 centimeters or more. has increased resistance to diseases and pests.
Bobo
Dwarf form. Maximum height 1 meter, up to 80 centimeters in volume. Blooms from July until frost with pink, white, yellow flowers.
Grows well in partial shade. Needs regular watering and loosening the soil under the bush.
Vanilla Fries
The height of the bush is up to 3 meters. Flowering is abundant with varying colors from white to pink, shoots are erect, up to 40 cm long.
The bush can easily withstand even cold winter Moscow region without shelter. Prefers sunny areas protected from the wind. has decorative leaves - dark green velvet.
Anabel
It is distinguished by a compact bush, one and a half meters high. Inflorescences white, easily change color when watered with different fertilizers. You can make a bush bloom with several flowers at the same time.
This variety is long-lived, with good care it can bloom for up to forty years in one place. There is a subspecies - Strong Anabel, which is characterized by longer and more abundant flowering.
Phantom
A profusely flowering shrub; due to the splendor of the flowers, the leaves of the plant are not visible. The height of the bush is up to 2.5 meters. Blooms lilac or pink flowers, panicle length 30-35 cm.
It has a spreading crown, straight, powerful branches. The bush is good both in a single arrangement and in group plantings. Requires mandatory pruning after flowering.
Limelight
Dutch variety of paniculate hydrangea, characterized by a rounded crown, decorative leaves, large, lush lime-colored inflorescences in the summer; in the fall the color changes to pale pink.
The branches are strong and do not bend under the weight of the inflorescences, so the variety is often formed in the form of various geometric shapes (ball, cone, oval, etc.). The height of the bush reaches 1.5-2 meters.
Pinky Winky
It is a shrub up to 2 meters high. A distinctive feature is rapid growth bush. In one season it grows by 30-40 cm.
Despite the large inflorescences, up to 25 cm long, it does not require support and holds its shape well. The variety is widely used in landscape design.
Daruma
Miniature shrub, maximum height 1.5 meters. Inflorescences range from white and pale pink to dark red. Stems are red, decorative. Used for group plantings.
The variety does not tolerate severe frosts and needs shelter for the winter.
Weems Red
The new variety is a shrub, up to 2 meters tall. The inflorescences are large, the color changes over the season from pure white to bright burgundy.
It has a long flowering period (more than 4 months). Winters well without shelter.
Description and characteristics, features of paniculata hydrangea
This beautiful plant is called “vessel of water” in Greek. It was brought from the island of Mauritius, which is located in Indian Ocean back in the eighteenth century.
Since then, hydrangea has taken root well and spread throughout Europe and Asia. Both palace gardens and flower beds of ordinary citizens became her fans.
According to the description, paniculata hydrangea is bush or tree with several trunks. Many gardeners form it in the form of a tree with one trunk. The height of the plant, if not pruned, can reach more than 8-9 meters.
Plant leaves oval shape with a pointed tip. Their abundance guarantees constant decorative look bush even without flowers.
Flowering time from June to frost. It blooms in small inflorescences collected in pyramidal panicles.
One of the features of flowering is the change in color of the inflorescences. From white at the beginning of the season, the color of the panicles changes first to pink, and by autumn to gray-green.
An adult plant is frost-resistant, does not require shelter for the winter. It is better to cover young bushes of the first and second years with spruce branches for the winter.
Shrubs are planted in May or September. But if you suddenly have a seedling in the hot summer, don’t despair.
Putting him in fertile soil and protected from the sun, it will take root perfectly and will delight you with abundant flowering in 2-3 years.
Landing location choose light, but without direct sunlight. When landing on south side The bush will need to be watered daily.
Plant in a place protected from the winds, along walls or fences, and tie them up if necessary.
It is necessary to plant in acidic, moist soil., better in clayey or red soil. Peat and forest soil are added to the planting hole. You can sprinkle sawdust on top to retain moisture.
Due to the fairly large size of the bush, the distance between plants should be at least 1.5 meters.
Interesting: experienced gardeners, to receive blue tint iron cans are added to the planting hole.
Planting paniculata hydrangea in the ground:
Good care after planting
Care after planting consists of constantly moistening the root soil.
Do not allow the earthen clod under the plant to dry out, this will not only affect the decorative appearance of the shrub, but can also lead to its death.
It is better to over-water hydrangea than under-water. Water the plant in hot weather daily, raw, on demand.
Fertilizers
Hydrangea needs regular feeding. Feeding is done once every two weeks.
It requires the presence of iron and ammonium sulfate in the soil. Therefore, nitrogen fertilizers are applied in spring and summer. In autumn, potassium salt.
The plant grows well with regular feeding with diluted mullein. In flower shops sell special complex fertilizers for Hydrangea, which contain all the necessary elements.
Shrub pruning
For lush flowering the bush is pruned in the spring, in early April. Last year's shoots are cut out by a third, 1-3 pairs of buds are left on them, and weak, dry branches are completely removed.
If the plant is not pruned, the flowering will not be abundant and the decorative appearance of the bush will be lost.
Pruning paniculate hydrangea in spring:
The use of pink, yellow and other hydrangeas in landscape design
The plant is widely used in landscape design for decorating flower beds, forming green hedges, and various flower ensembles.
It is combined with geraniums and ornamental grasses. Hydrangeas of different types planted along the hedge look very impressive.
Good to know: paniculata hydrangea lends itself perfectly to formative pruning, while maintaining its desired appearance for a long time. It can be shaped in the form of a tree, a ball, a cone, or other shapes.
The presence of Hydrangea paniculata in the garden will make the area beautiful and give the design a special chic and splendor.
