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Drama Queen™ Bigleaf Hydrangea is a reblooming hydrangea that produces bold pink flowers from spring through fall on a compact, tidy shrub. Its rich flower heads cover lush green foliage, offering extended seasonal color in a manageable form. Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hokomadraq’ USPPAF, CPBRAF is well suited to landscapes where repeated blooms are desired without excessive care.
This hydrangea works beautifully in mixed beds, borders, and container plantings where long-lasting color makes an impression throughout the growing season. Place it near walkways, patios, or foundation plantings to enjoy its color up close and create a continuous floral presence when planted in groups.
Drama Queen™ Bigleaf Hydrangea Care
Plant Drama Queen™ Bigleaf Hydrangea in part sun (about 3–4 hours of direct sunlight per day). Provide well-drained soil and water regularly while the plant establishes. Maintain consistent moisture during hot or dry periods to support abundant flowering throughout the season.
Drama Queen™ Bigleaf Hydrangea Spacing
Once mature, Drama Queen™ Bigleaf Hydrangea grows about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide. Space plants approximately 2 feet apart for a cohesive mass planting or hedge, or allow space between shrubs for individual display in mixed beds.
Drama Queen Bigleaf Hydrangea Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9 |
| Light Exposure: Part Sun (3–4 hrs/day) |
| Mature Height: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 2 - 3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2 Feet |
| Bloom Time: Spring to Fall |
| Flower Color(s): Pink |
| Flower Description: Bold mophead flower clusters |
| Common Name: Drama Queen Bigleaf Hydrangea |
| Botanical Name: Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Hokomadraq’ USPPAF, CPBRAF |
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2026. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 30th |
| Zone 9 | March 30th |
| Zone 8 | April 6th |
| Zone 7 | April 13th |
| Zone 6b | April 20st |
| Zone 6a | April 27th |
| Zone 5b | May 4th |
| Zone 5a | May 11th |
| Zone 4 | May 18th |
| Zone 3 | May 25th |
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