Find out which hydrangea varieties survive cold winters and hot summers.
Ready to choose the perfect winter-hardy hydrangea variety for your garden?
Consider these expert tips for finding a plant that’ll thrive for years to come.
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Here are a few winter-hardy hydrangea varieties to consider.
Bigleaf hydrangea need plenty of water to thrive, so they don’t do well in drier climates.
The flowers change color from white or creamy shades to reds and blushes as fall approaches.
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Panicle hydrangea can tolerate more sunshine than most other varieties.
The flowers begin as white, but turn pink or red as the season goes on.
Mountain hydrangea grow better in warmer zones, from 5 to 9.
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The best hydrangeas for colder climates are the ones that bloom on new wood, Ballato says.
“They’re impervious to winter wildlife nibbling, cold temps, and badpruning practices.”
“The plant rating for hardiness usually does not carry through to the bud-bearing stems,“Ballato says.
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So the plant may do okay but not develop the blooms that you expect.
“A great deal depends on cultural conditions, like soil and light,” Ballato says.
Oakleaf hydrangea tend to be the most drough-tolerant varieties.
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The mountain hydrangeas tend to do well in warmer climates, but require steady moisture to thrive.
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