PeeGee Hydrangea - Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora'

PeeGee Hydrangea (Hydrangea paniculata 'Grandiflora') has a robust growth habit and impressive blooms which has made it a popular and notable staple in North American gardens. It is deciduous and can grow quite large, up to 20 feet tall and wide, making it a stately garden addition. This plant can be cut into a hedge, planted along with other shrubs in a mixed border or can be used as a specimen.

In the spring, this shrub produces a flush of ovately shaped, bright green leaves with gently serrated edges. It is deciduous and the foliage undergoes a mild color change in the autumn showing off purple and yellow tones.

Plant Details - PeeGee Hydrangea

Family: Hydrangeaceae

Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8

Light Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

Water Needs: Moderate to high

Height: 10 - 20 ft

Spread: 8 - 15 ft

Growth Rate: Fast

Bloom Time: Mid to late summer - fall

Flower Color: White

Wildlife Value: Attracts pollinators, especially bees

The PeeGee Hydrangea blooms profusely from midsummer developing huge conically shaped, flower clusters that reach up to 18 in in length. The flowers start out white, and then take on a pink shade before turning beige in autumn. Not only are the flowers strikingly beautiful but they also harbor a delightful fragrance which is very attractive to pollinators. As cold weather approaches in the autumn, the flowering season ceases and the leaves begin to senesce.

Predominately consisting of densely packed sterile flowers, each cluster is long lasting, enduring for several weeks. Because of their lasting beauty, they make great cut flowers for bouquets to brighten your home or to give to loved ones.

Landscape Uses and Maintenance - PeeGee Hydrangea

It is an easy-to-grow shrub and maintains a vase-like shape without pruning. It prefers part shade to full sun locations, with ideal blooming in areas that receive at least six hours of sunlight per day. In warm climates, afternoon shade will help maintain soil moisture. It is a sturdy plant and the flower clusters are easily held up during nasty weather ensuring that your garden remains a beautiful standard regardless of the climatic conditions. For best flower production, prune in late winter by cutting back the year’s growth by 12-18 in.

It prefers well-drained, neutral to acidic, loamy soils with some organic matter. Add mulch annually to help maintain moisture around this plant’s shallow roots. Soil pH will not change the color of the flower clusters as is the case with some other hydrangeas. In humid conditions, aphids, powdery mildew and spider mites can be an issue, however it tolerates cold weather and high heat conditions.

Noteworthy Characteristics

Profuse blooming, showy flowers, attractive to pollinators

This shrub is sure to bring long lasting beauty to your garden as it blooms impressively large flower clusters all summer long. Shop for PeeGee Hydrangea shrubs online at TN Nursery. For 68 years, we have served the landscaping industry and homeowners with specimen plants.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Summer

Bloom/Foliage Color

White

Height at Maturity

Over 10 Feet

Care

peegee hydrangeas thrive in well-drained soil with consistent moisture and should be watered regularly. After flowering, prune the plants and mulch around the base. Fertilize the plants in early spring for best results.

Plant Reproduction

Peegee Hydrangea spreads by sending out low-growing, spreading shoots.

How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Shrubs

Bare root shrubs are a budget-friendly and efficient way to plant during the cooler months when they’re dormant. Before planting, soak the roots in water for 3–6 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a site with the appropriate light exposure for the species—most flowering shrubs prefer full to partial sun. Dig a hole wide enough to spread out the roots and deep enough so the crown (where the roots meet the stems) sits level with the soil surface.

Mound a bit of soil at the bottom of the hole, spread the roots over it, and backfill with native soil while gently firming it to remove air pockets. Water deeply after planting to settle the roots. Keep the soil moist but not soggy during the first growing season to encourage healthy establishment.

Mulch around the base (not touching the stems) to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune lightly to remove any broken branches and to shape after the first flush of growth. With minimal care, bare root shrubs will leaf out beautifully and grow into reliable, long-term landscape anchors.

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