Tuff Stuff Top Fun® Mountain Hydrangea

Are you looking for a hydrangea that attracts pollinators to the garden? Tuff Stuff Top Fun® Mountain Hydrangea (Hydrangea serrata) is ready to transform your garden into a vibrant playground for bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects! The irresistible lacecap blooms appear on both new and old wood, providing an abundance of pollen and nectar. Depending on soil acidity, flowers can appear in rich pink hues or vibrant purples that persist year after year, even in colder climates.

Tuff Stuff Top Fun™ Mountain Hydrangea is perfect for smaller gardens or container plantings. Its naturally tidy habit eliminates the need for constant pruning, making it a low-maintenance option for busy gardeners.

Details:
Name: Hydrangea serrata 'SMNHSG' USPP 35,034
Hardiness: USDA zones 4-9
Height x width: 2-3′ tall and wide at maturity
Light: Full to part sun
Soil: Mountain hydrangeas require well-drained but moist soil. A good layer of mulch is very helpful for minimizing drought stress and conserving moisture.
Pruning: Blooms on old and new wood; do not trim or cut back, but dead wood may be removed in early spring.
Water: Average to high water needs. Though mountain hydrangeas suffer if grown in wet soils, they can also become drought stressed readily and should be watered regularly. Plants in full sun and/or warmer climates will need more water than those in less sun and/or cooler areas. 
Fertilizer: Fertilize once in early spring with a rose fertilizer if desired.
Bloom time: Midsummer through fall.
Bloom color: Flower color depends on soil pH; Tuff Stuff Top Fun™ has lovely powder-blue flowers in acidic soils that contain aluminum and soft pink blooms in other conditions.
Uses: A classic choice for including in gardens and landscaping, it also makes a nice choice for low hedges and containers.