Pinky Winky
Hydrangea paniculata 'DVP PINKY' (Pinky Winky)
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 72-84 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 400 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2023 / 2024 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Rich, moist, well-draining loamy soil with good fertility |
| Soil pH | 5.5-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | White aging to deep pink then reddish-pink |
| Fruit | Capsule |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Softwood cuttings in early summer |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | None |
| Companions | Spirea, Weigela, Karl Foerster Grass |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water regularly especially in summer. Blooms on new wood so prune in late winter.
Maintenance
Prune hard to 2-3 buds in late winter or early spring. Blooms on current season wood.
Cleanup
Leave dried flower heads through winter for interest and wildlife. Cut back in late winter.
Notes
Unique two-toned panicles start white and fade to deep pink-red. Red stems add striking winter interest. One of the best panicle hydrangeas.