Light Needs
Mature Height
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The leaves are large and the blooms are larger! The Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac’ is a summer stunner with breathtaking blooms. It requires minimal care and will thrive in warm and cool climates. You will definitely want to plant this on up front!
Foliage for the Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac is deep green. This deciduous shrub has blooms that last for seasons. Depending on the Ph level of the soil will decide the color but the color is sure to last all summer long! It has a height of four to six feet and a spread of four to six feet. This hydrangea makes a stunning cut flower and works wonderfully in borders. Plant for privacy purposes or use as a hedge. It does well with mass planting when spaced properly.
Penny Mac Hydrangea Care
This hydrangea requires minimal care. Plant in partial sun ensuring it receives four hours of sun per a dat. The soil must be moist and well drained. This hydrangea has average water needs and should be watered regularly. In times of drought watering should increase. Soil type can vary depending on the color you are trying to achieve. The more acidic the soil is the more blue your blooms will be. If you’re looking for pink blooms, plant in more alkaline soils. Pruning is not necessary but can be done after flowering is desired. Remove all dead branches in the early spring.
Penny Mac Hydrangea Spacing
Be sure to space correctly. Spacing for your Hydrangea macrophylla 'Penny Mac should be at least four feet, center on center. Proper spacing ensures the health of your plant and strong roots.
Interesting Facts: 'Penny Mac' was first introduced into commerce by Penny McHenry of Atlanta, Georgia (founder of The American Hydrangea Society). There has since been a smaller version of the Penny Mac introduced, the Hydrangea macrophylla 'Mini Penny'.
Penny Mac 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
- Partial Shade (3-4 Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 4 - 6 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 4 - 6 Feet
- Plant Spacing
- 4 Feet Center on Center
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Growth Habit
- , Mounded
- Water Needs
- Consistently Moist
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- , Pink, Blue
- Flower Description
- Blue
- Bloom Time
- Summer to Fall
- Blooms On
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Both New and Old Wood
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"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
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Deciduous
- Seasonal Interest
- , Summer Flowering, Fall Flowering
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Plant Type
- Deciduous
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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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