HYDRANGEA SERRATA Tuff Stuff Top Fun is a compact, cold-hardy hydrangea that produces stunning lace-cap flowers in shades of hot pink or purple, depending on soil pH. This reblooming variety ensures continuous color throughout the growing season. Its mounded growth habit, reaching 2-3 feet tall, makes it ideal for borders, foundation plantings, and container gardens.
This easy-to-grow perennial thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist, well-drained soil to flourish. Tolerant of colder climates (zones 4-9), it returns each spring with fresh new growth. The plant is shipped in a 3×4-inch pot and may arrive dormant or cut back for optimal transplanting.
Key Features and Benefits:
- Type: Compact reblooming hydrangea
- Size: Grows 2-3 feet tall and wide
- Color: Pink or purple lace-cap flowers (varies with soil pH)
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, nutrient-rich soil
- Hardiness: Cold-hardy in zones 4-9
- Attracts: Pollinators like butterflies
- Uses: Garden borders, landscaping, container planting, and floral arrangements
FAQs:
Q: Will my plant arrive with flowers?
A: The plant is shipped as a well-rooted starter in a 3×4-inch pot. It may arrive dormant or cut back, but will regrow in spring with proper care.
Q: What is the bloom color?
A: The lace-cap flowers bloom in hot pink or purple, depending on soil acidity. Acidic soil produces purple, while alkaline soil results in pink.
Q: How much sun does it need?
A: This hardy shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade. It performs best with morning sun and afternoon shade in hotter climates.
Q: Is it suitable for container planting?
A: Yes! The compact size makes it perfect for containers, patio gardens, and small spaces.
Q: How do I care for it in winter?
A: This hydrangea is cold-hardy in zones 4-9. In colder regions, mulch around the base to protect the roots during winter.
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