Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
Perfect for any bouquet! This Mini Penny Hydrangea is a proficient re-bloomer that will last from spring to early fall. It has an adorable rounded habit that will compliment any space! It has the ability to thrive in some shade. Its big leaves paired with colorful blooms makes it the perfect addition to any landscape!
The foliage of this Hydrangea is a rich green with the leaves being four to eight inches long. The blooms that start to appear in the spring can vary in color depending on the Ph level of the soil. The more acidic the soil the more blue blooms you will get. The lower the acidity, the blooms will be more pink and lilac. The Mini Penny Hydrangea reaches a height of up to four feet tall and wide. Use this Hydrangea as a border plant, or for screening. It makes a stunning focal point, and its flowers are perfect for bouquets.
Mini Penny Hydrangea Care
Plant this Hydrangea in full sun to part sun. Plant in well-drained moist soil. If planted directly in sunlight be sure that the soil is consistently moist. It has average water needs. This Hydrangea can tolerate a variety of Ph levels. The Ph level determines the color of the Mini Penny Hydrangea. More acidic will produce more blue blooms. The more alkaline the pinker you will see. Fertilizer should be applied as early as possible by starting in the late fall or early spring. If pruning is desired do so after flowering. remove dead branches each year in the early spring. In cooler climates, mulching around the base is beneficial.
Mini Penny Hydrangea Spacing
Correct spacing is important. When planting in proximity to other plants, using as a hedge, screening or as a border plant spacing for your Mini Penny Hydrangea should be, at minimum 3’ feet, center on center.
Interesting Facts: Mini Penny was developed by Michael Dirr of the University of Georgia Research Foundation from a seedling of an open-pollinated Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac'.
Mini Penny Hydrangea Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9 |
| Flower Color(s): Blue |
| Bloom Period: July to August |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Exposure: Partial Shade |
| Height: 3-4 Feet Tall |
| Spread: 3-4 Feet Wide |
| Spacing: 3 Feet Center on Center |
| Habit: Rounded |
| Blooms On: New & Old Wood |
| Watering: Medium |
| Shrub Type: Deciduous |
| Scientific Name: Hydrangea macrophylla 'Mini Penny' |
| Common Name: Mini Penny Hydrangea |
- SKU:
- MNPNHYD
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
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Pre-Ordered Plants
Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. 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 Spring Shipping Schedule
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 24th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
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