BloomStruck
Hydrangea macrophylla 'PIIHM-II'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 4-5 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 10+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2022 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | High |
| Soil type | Rich, well-draining, moist |
| Soil pH | 5.0-6.5 |
| Zones | 4-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green with red petioles |
| Bloom | Rose-pink or purple-blue |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Humans & Pets |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hostas, Astilbe, Ferns |
Where it came from
| Grower | Endless Summer |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Late winter; early spring / fertilize in spring. Requires consistent moisture.
Maintenance
Blooms on old and new wood; prune only dead wood in spring.
Cleanup
Leave old blooms on over winter for interest and protection, cut back in late winter.
Notes
Bloom color varies by soil pH; more acidic soil yields blue flowers.