Hydrangea m. Summer Crush®

Summer Crush Hydrangea is a dwarf deciduous shrub that reblooms continuously in waves all throughout summer on both new and old wood.  It has glossy serrated medium green leaves.  The densely packed lacecap flowers bloom color that depends on the soil PH -acidic soils give the signature raspberry red while alkaline soils produce blue-purple flowers.  The flowers attract butterflies and pollinators.  Best bloom in partial sun and rich, moist well-drained soils.  The Endless Summer series has improved disease resistance, especially against wilt. Type:  Shrub Origins: East Asia Height:  1.5' - 3' Spread:  1.5' - 3’ Spacing:  2’ USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 9 Culture:   Part Sun Bloom Color:  Red(acidic), Purple(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, an