Let's Dance Big Band® Hydrangea

Light Needs

Part Sun to Full Sun

(5+ Hours Direct Sun)

Mature Height

2.5 Feet

Mature Spread

2.5 Feet

Growing Zones

5 to 9

Hydrangeas offer a uniquely bold presence in the summer border, but beautiful as they are, older varieties can span six feet, making them hard to fit in, or a pruning conundrum that doesn’t end well. Let’s Dance Big Band is here to change all of that and it’s ready to party. This reblooming usually pink beauty comes in at only 30 inches tall and wide. It’s also unusually sun-tolerant for a “mophead” variety, blooming just as bodaciously in full sun (minimum six hours a day) to part sun (four to six hours). This variety stands out for extra winter-cold tolerance, and will bloom until frost. Pruning is not required, but blooming on new and old wood makes pruning nearly goof-proof. This IS the hydrangea you’ve been looking for!

This Hydrangea macrophylla hybrid makes a compact mound, making it ideal for smaller spaces, a show-stopping low hedge, or even a focal point container. Like other pink hydrangeas, it will offer up different tones of flowers according to the soil it's planted in. In soil with a neutral to basic pH, blossoms will be rosy pink, sometimes with a tiny, striking, indigo eye at the center. The more acidic the soil leans, the more the blue pigment will show, creating gorgeous violet and mulberry hues. Adding another level of interest, Let’s Dance Big Band is a great cut flower, both in the vase and later dried for wreaths and all kinds of fall creations.

Let's Dance Big Band® Hydrangea Care

Hydrangea means “water vessel” in Greek, and accordingly, this species prefers moist but well-drained soil; constantly wet conditions are not good. It can take some salt spray, which has made them a classic for coastal gardens. Let’s Dance Big Band is hardy from zones 5 through 9, making it welcome from Chicago to California. Because of its ability to bloom on both old and new growth, or wood, pruning at any time will sacrifice a few flowers, so it’s really not needed except for removing any completely dead branches after leaf-bud in spring. Unlike once-blooming varieties, however, even if your well-meaning significant other hard-prunes it, he or she won’t cancel a year’s worth of flowers. To ensure consistent rebloom, regular fertilizing is recommended through July. After July, it can interfere with the plant going dormant for winter, which could lead to some winter damage. Applying granular rose fertilizer in early spring once the ground has thawed, and again in late spring, is recommended.

The sweet spot for the soil pH is 7.0 or higher (neutral to basic) for true, saturated pink flowers. Blue tones, edging toward violet and purple, require an acidic pH of at least 6.5 and the presence of aluminum in the soil. If you wish to change the flower color, test your soil first before applying any additives to prevent contaminating your soil.

Let's Dance Big Band® Hydrangea Spacing

You’ll want to allow a spacing of at least 30” so you never have to prune this easy-care rebloomer.

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Compare flower style, mature size, and the features that set each Let’s Dance® hydrangea apart.

Variety	Flower	Mature Size	Why Choose It
Let’s Dance® Hot Stepper	Mophead · Pink to purple	3–4' H × 3' W	Dense flower coverage, sturdy stems & especially strong repeat bloom
Let’s Dance® Sky View®	Mophead · Blue, pink or purple	2–3' H × 2–4' W	Continuous bloomer with especially good blue flower color
Let’s Dance® Lovable™	Mophead · Pink, purple or blue	3–4' H × 3–4' W	Rich flower color plus red-toned fall foliage
Let’s Dance Big Band®	Mophead · Pink, purple or blue	2.5' H × 2.5' W	Extra-large flowers on a compact, rounded plant
Let’s Dance ¡Arriba!®	Mophead · Raspberry pink to violet blue	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Heavy flowering on a compact, cold-hardy plant
Let’s Dance Can Do!®	Lacecap · Pink to lavender	3–4' H × 3' W	Fast repeat flowering with buds forming along the stems
Let’s Dance® Rhythmic Blue®	Mophead · Blue, purple or pink	3–4' H × 3–4' W	Distinctive geometric florets, sturdy stems & good wilt resistance
Let’s Dance® Rave®	Mophead · Blue, purple or pink	2–3' H × 2–3' W	Richly saturated flower color on a compact shrub
Let's Dance Big Band® Hydrangea Plant Facts Growing Conditions Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones USDA Zones 5 to 9 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop) Sun Exposure Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun) Mature Height 2.5 Feet Mature Spread 2.5 Feet Growth Habit , Mounded, Dwarf Water Needs Consistently Moist Flowers & Foliage Flower Colors , Blue, Pink, Purple Flower Description Blue, Pink, Purple Bloom Time Summer Blooms On Both New and Old Wood ? "Blooms on" tells you which stems produce flowers, which decides when it's safe to prune. New Wood: Flowers form on stems that grow this season. Prune in late winter or early spring without losing blooms. Old Wood: Flower buds form on last year's stems. Prune right after flowering. Pruning in fall or early spring removes next year's blooms. Both New and Old Wood: Blooms on last year's stems and again on new growth, so it flowers even after a hard winter or a mistimed pruning. Prune lightly after the first flush of blooms. When to Prune Lightly, right after the first flush of flowers Foliage Color Foliage Description Green Foliage Type , Deciduous Seasonal Interest , Summer Flowering, Fall Interest, 3 Season Interest Garden Benefits Attracts Resists ToleratesSalt Safety FeaturesCut Flowers Fragrant Low Maintenance Continuous or Reblooming Flowering Great ForBorders Specimen or Focal Point Sensory Gardens Container RoleThriller Plant Overview Common Name Let's Dance Big Band® Hydrangea Botanical Name Hydrangea macrophylla 'SMNHMP' USPP 32,514, Can PBRAF Brand Proven Winners Plant Type Shrub Simple Plant Spacing Calculator Planting Shape Rectangle Circle Known Area Length (ft) Width (ft) Diameter (ft) Or enter radius below Radius (ft) Known Area (sq ft) Plant Spacing On-Center (in) Pattern Square (grid) Triangular (staggered) Fill edge gaps (max plants) Enter area to see results. Visual Preview Print / Save PDF Powered by SKU: HYDBN Container Sizes 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. Quart Pot 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 2.5 Quart 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 #1 Pot 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 #2 Pot 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 #3 Pot 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 #5 Pot 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 Learn more about container sizes. Best in Class Warranty We stand behind our plants with industry-leading guarantees to give you peace of mind. Arrival Guarantee We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days. Free 1-Year Plant Warranty Starting January 1, 2026 all bushes, perennials & trees purchased come with an extended 1-year warranty for added confidence. If your plant dies due to a health issue within a year, we’ll make it right. Learn more about our warranty Plants Shipping Now Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed. Shipping Destinations Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally. This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states. If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team! Close × Let's Dance Big Band® Hydrangea Related Categories ❮ ❯ Close × ! OK Cancel