Hydrangea, Endless Summer #5
Endless Summer Hydrangea
Hydrangea macrophylla 'Endless Summer'
Height: Typically 4–5 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 4–6 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 4–6 feet apart for a harmonious, bushy display
Growth Rate: Moderate (about 1 foot per year)
Deciduous
Description
Endless Summer Hydrangea brightens your landscape with its continuous, captivating mophead blooms from midsummer through early fall. Perfectly adapted for Michigan’s cooler conditions, this hydrangea thrives as a compact, bushy shrub that fits beautifully in mixed shrub borders or container displays. Its large clusters of blossoms showcase a stunning blend of pink and white hues—with soil acidity playing a key role in color variation (more acidic soils may yield cooler, blue-toned blooms, while slightly alkaline conditions encourage warmer pink shades). As the season transitions into fall, the rich green foliage gradually softens, providing a subtle, textural shift that adds enduring appeal.
General Care
- Sunlight: Performs best in full sun to part sun (ideally 5–6 hours of direct light daily)
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH for optimal bloom color
- Watering: Provide consistent, deep watering throughout the growing season to keep the soil evenly moist
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to conserve moisture and maintain stable soil temperature
- Pruning: Lightly prune after flowering in early fall to maintain its natural, bushy form
- Pollination: Self-fertile; no additional pollinator is required
Revitalize your landscape with the distinctive allure of Endless Summer Hydrangea—a deciduous shrub that delivers a continuous burst of refined blooms and dynamic color shifts, perfect for enhancing your outdoor space all season long.
