Hydrangea paniculata 'Little Spooky' – 'Little Spooky' Hydrangea

'Little Spooky' Hydrangea is a small wonder that brings all the splendour of large panicle hydrangeas into a revolutionary format. Its unique charm lies in its ability to produce impressive, full-sized flowers on an ultra-compact shrub. It thus offers a grandiose floral display, but in a silhouette perfect for small gardens, front-of-the-border locations, and container growing.

Characteristics

• Foliage: It develops green deciduous foliage that forms a dense and well-proportioned mound.
• Flowering: Starting in mid-summer, it covers itself in an abundance of large, full, conical flower panicles. The flowers emerge greenish-white then become a pure, brilliant white. Since it blooms on new wood, its flowering is reliable, regardless of the winter's severity.
• Light: It thrives in full sun or partial shade.
• Habit: It forms a very compact and rounded bushy shrub.
• Growth: With a medium growth rate, this dwarf cultivar reaches a height of about 50 to 60 cm with a spread of 90 cm.
• Soil: It adapts well to most soil types but prefers rich, well-drained soil that retains moisture well.
• Hardiness: Extremely hardy, it faces Zone 4 winters without any problem.
• Resistance: It develops sturdy stems that support the weight of its flowers well.

Uses

• Types of Use: Its dwarf size makes it exceptionally versatile. It is perfect at the front of a border, for edging, in mass plantings to create a very low hedge, or as a feature in a container on a patio.
• Ornamental Features: It allows gardeners with limited space to enjoy the beauty of large panicle hydrangea flowers. Its flowers are also excellent for fresh or dried bouquets.

Care

• Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist throughout the growing season, especially in hot weather. A mulch at its base will help conserve moisture.
• Fertilizing: Apply a fertilizer for flowering shrubs or compost in early spring.
• Pruning: In early spring, prune the shrub by about one-third of its height to encourage strong stems and abundant flowering.
• Planting: Plant it in the spring or fall in well-drained soil.
• Winter Protection: No protection is required for this very hardy hydrangea.