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Family: Hydrangea
Type: Shrub
Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea is a stunning cultivar, famous for its conical flower heads that change from creamy white to a rich strawberry-pink as they age. This hydrangea is a showstopper with its unique color transition.
It’s a robust plant, growing up to 6-7 feet tall and wide, making a significant impact in any garden. The flowers bloom on new wood, ensuring a magnificent display every summer.
Thriving in full sun to partial shade, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea is hardy in zones 4-8. It prefers well-draining, moist soil and is relatively easy to care for, making it a favorite among gardeners.
Hardiness Zone: 3b-4a
Pet Friendly: Yes
Moisture Preference: Average to moist
Sun Needs: Full sun to shade
Growth Rate: Medium
Average Height (feet): 6
Average Spread (feet): 6
Average Life Span (years): 40
Form: Upright spreading
Flower Color: White
Bloom Season: From mid summer to late fall
Foliage Color: Green
Foliage Shape: Pointy
Bark Color: Gray
Bark Texture: Smooth
Incorporating Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea into your landscape design adds dramatic flair. Its changing colors throughout the season keep the garden visually interesting.
This hydrangea is perfect for creating stunning borders, as a striking specimen plant, or in mass plantings. It pairs well with a variety of other plants, offering a dynamic garden scene.
Despite its large size, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea is low maintenance. It’s ideal for gardeners who want a dramatic, easy-to-care-for flowering shrub.
In a cottage garden, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea adds a touch of whimsy and romance. Its voluminous blooms fit beautifully with the informal, abundant style of these gardens.
For woodland gardens, this hydrangea brings light and color to shady areas. It's perfect under tree canopies or along woodland paths.
In modern garden designs, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea can be used to create a focal point. Its striking appearance complements minimalist and contemporary styles.
Use it as a foundation planting to enhance your home’s curb appeal. Its large, colorful blooms are sure to draw the eye.
Plant it in mixed shrub borders for a varied and vibrant display. It works well with both flowering and non-flowering shrubs.
Combine it with perennials in a border or island bed. Its changing colors provide a beautiful backdrop for a variety of flowers.
In spring, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea begins to show new growth. The anticipation of its summer blooms starts as the plant awakens from dormancy.
During summer, it blooms with large, creamy white flowers that gradually turn pink. The plant becomes a highlight in the garden, attracting attention with its colorful display.
In the fall, the flowers of Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea may deepen to a rich strawberry-pink. The plant adds lasting interest to the garden as it prepares for dormancy.
In winter, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea goes dormant. While not visible above ground, it's gathering energy for another season of lush growth and blooming.
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Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea flourishes in an area that receives full sun to partial shade. It’s ideal for planting in garden beds, borders, or as a standalone feature in areas that get several hours of sunlight.
This hydrangea variety performs best in full sun to partial shade. Adequate sunlight is crucial for optimal blooming, but in hotter climates, some afternoon shade is beneficial.
Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea prefers well-draining, moist soil with good fertility. It thrives in soil that is rich in organic matter.
Space Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangeas about 5 to 7 feet apart. Proper spacing allows for growth and air circulation, which is essential for the health of the plant.
The best time to plant is in the spring or early fall. Planting during these cooler temperatures allows the hydrangea to establish without the stress of extreme heat.
Dig a hole as deep and twice as wide as the root ball. Place the hydrangea in the hole, fill with soil, and water thoroughly. Ensure the plant is level with the surrounding ground.
Regular watering is important, especially during dry spells. Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea prefers consistently moist soil but does not like to be waterlogged.
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to promote healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Prune Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea in late winter or early spring. Pruning encourages more robust blooms and maintains plant shape.
In spring, apply mulch to retain moisture and control weeds. Begin regular watering and fertilizing as new growth appears.
Maintain consistent moisture during summer. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and protect the roots from heat.
Reduce watering as the plant prepares for dormancy. Clean up any fallen leaves to keep the area tidy.
Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea is dormant in winter. Protect the roots with a layer of mulch, especially in colder climates.
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Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea can grow up to 6-7 feet tall and wide, forming a large, impressive shrub.
While no plant is completely deer-proof, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangeas are not a preferred food source for deer and have some resistance.
While it can tolerate partial shade, Vanilla Strawberry Hydrangea performs best with at least several hours of sun. Full shade may reduce the number and vibrancy of blooms.
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