Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora' PANICLE HYDRANGEA

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Outstanding Qualities
"For a large glorious fountain of mid-summer blossoms consider Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora,' this is a very large, upright, deciduous shrub with creamy white flowers in a tight panicle that are typically 6"" to 8"" long, although are sometimes more than double that length - hence, 'Grandiflora' or ""grand flowers."" Commonly known as the ""Pee Gee"" hydrangea (""pee"" = paniculata & ""gee"" = 'Grandiflora'). Use this panicle hydrangea as a specimen for a great focal point or mix with similar hydrangeas or evergreen shrubs for an outstanding border."
Quick Facts
Plant Type: shrub
Foliage Type: deciduous
Plant Height:Heights represent a 10-year-old woody plant or a 5-year-old perennial or bulb 10 ft. (3.0 meters)
Plant Width/Spread: 10 ft. (3.0 meters)
Hardiness: USDA Zones 4 to 8
Flower Color: cream
Sun/Light Exposure: full sun to light or open shade
Water Requirements: regular summer watering
Colors & Combos
Great Color Contrasts: blue, chartreuse, burgundy
Great Color Partners: cream, white, variegated, rose

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