- Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
- Mature Height 6 - 8 Feet
- Mature Spread 6 - 8 Feet
- Growing Zones 3 - 8
The recent advances in panicle hydrangeas make this one of the most carefree shrubs to grow in your garden. Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea Tree is not only a dependable late-season bloomer but its vertical form is perfect for the back of a garden border or a container to decorate your patio or deck. The large panicle flowerheads appear bright white and age to a dreamy strawberry hue. This amazing tree-form hydrangea will add interest to any outdoor space.
Hydrangea paniculata is the most reliable blooming hydrangea, exploding with dense flowerheads late in the summer, well after other shrubs have finished for the year. The large leaves remain clean and evenly colored until fall and make for a great backdrop for earlier blooming shrubs or perennials. Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea Tree blooms on new growth, which means that any winter damage or early season pruning does not reduce the amount of flowers you will enjoy later in the season.
Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea Tree Care
Hydrangea trees require the same growing conditions as shrub hydrangeas. Plant them in rich, well-draining soil that retains moisture. Full sun is perfectly acceptable for this hydrangea and will ensure the best color retention in the flowers. The Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea tree is grafted onto winter hardy rootstock with no need for specialized treatment or protection. A fertilizer for acid-loving garden plants should be applied early in the spring as the new buds begin to show. Mulching with organic compost or shredded arborist chippings aids in suppressing annual weeds that compete for moisture in garden soils.
Light pruning in the spring will keep your hydrangea tree compact. Snip back spent flowers and stems to a pair of leaf buds to avoid naked stems poking out. The flowerheads are very long-lived and in some years will remain on the tree through the winter. They also make great dried flowers for indoor display, holding their shape and color exceptionally well.
Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea Tree Spacing
The overall height of Strawberry Sundae is 6-8 feet with a canopy spread of 6-8 feet. Plant at least 10 feet away from any structures, so that the tree can bloom on all sides. Perennials and other shorter shrubs can be planted at least 12 inches from the base of the hydrangea tree to reduce root competition. Use a container with at least an 8-10 gallon capacity (20-inch diameter) to offset the top-heavy shape of this tree.
Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea Tree Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Mature Spread: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Spacing: 6 - 8 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Pink, White |
| Flower Description: |
| Bloom Period: Mid-summer |
| Foliage Type: Deciduous |
| Foliage Color(s): Green |
| Foliage Description: |
| Seasonal Interest: Summer Flowering |
| Watering: Average |
| Resists: N/A |
| Tolerates: N/A |
| Attracts: Butterflies |
| Container Role: |
| Uses: Hedges & Privacy, Specimen or Focal Point |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Strawberry Sundae Hydrangea Tree |
| Other Name(s): Panicled Hydrangea |
| Scientific Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Rensun' |
- SKU:
- 123PLA1648-npn
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.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
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
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