Dragon Baby' Panicle Hydrangea

Hydrangea paniculata 'Dragon Baby' stands out for its compact size and prolific flowering, making it an ideal choice for small gardens and containers. This dwarf cultivar of panicle hydrangea offers abundant and continuous flowering throughout the summer, without compromising the characteristic elegance of this species.

Botanical characteristics:

• Inflorescences: Dense conical panicles, evolving from creamy white to bright pink at the end of the season.
• Flowering: Mid-summer until the first frost.
• Foliage: Deciduous, dark green, serrated, taking on golden and purple autumnal hues.
• Habit: Compact, bushy, reaching 1 to 1.5 meters in height and width at maturity.

Cultural requirements:

• Exposure: Sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Rich in organic matter, cool, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral pH.
• Watering: Regular, keep the soil moist but not soggy.
• Pruning: In late winter or early spring, before bud break.
• Hardiness: Zone 3.

Landscape use:

Hydrangea paniculata 'Dragon Baby' is perfect for small gardens, borders, flowerbeds, low hedges, and containers. Its compact habit and generous flowering make it an excellent choice for tight spaces. It combines harmoniously with other flowering shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses.

Maintenance tips:

• Apply organic mulch at the base of the plant to retain soil moisture and limit weed growth.
• Fertilize in spring with a balanced fertilizer for acid-loving plants.
• Protect from strong winds and the scorching afternoon sun.