Hydrangea m. Bloomstruck®

Bloomstruck Hydrangea is a compact deciduous shrub able to bloom on both old and new wood.  Its serrated dark green leaves with red veins grow on red-purple stems and turn red-purple in fall.  The color of the large panicles of mophead flowers depends on the soil PH - acidic soils produce violet-blue flowers, while alkaline soils produce deep rose flowers.  While not fragrant, the flowers attract butterflies and pollinators. Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.   Bloomstruck is resistant to powdery mildew. Type:  Shrub Origins: East Asia Height:  3 - 4' Spread:  4' - 5’ Spacing:  4’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  5 - 9 Culture:  Part Sun Bloom Color:  Blue (acidic), Pink (alkaline) Season of Interest:  Summer MAINTENANCE NEEDS:  Medium Maintenance. Mulch soil to maintain moisture and overwinter.  If pruning is needed do so after flowering. Slight susceptibility to bud blight, wilt, leaf spot, and mildew.  Aphids