Hydrangea, 8in, Strawberry Sundae®

Hydrangea, 8in, Strawberry Sundae®Strawberry Sundae is a delicious new compact hydrangea from the same breeder of Vanilla Strawberry. Similar in many ways to Vanilla Strawberry with one important exception, its smaller stature. Flowers emerge creamy white in mid summer, change to pink and finally to strawberry red. The flowers will remind you of a refreshing strawberry sundae ice cream treat on a hot summer afternoon. With its compact habit this hydrangea can add color to a small

Strawberry Sundae® is a delicious new compact hydrangea from the same breeder of Vanilla Strawberry®. Similar in many ways to Vanilla Strawberry with one important exception, its smaller stature. Flowers emerge creamy white in mid summer, change to pink and finally to strawberry red. The flowers will remind you of a refreshing strawberry sundae ice cream treat on a hot summer afternoon. With its compact habit this hydrangea can add color to a small space garden or container and the fantastic flower color lasts well into fall. Excellent for fresh cut and dried flower arrangements. A First Editions® variety.

Attributes

Type: Deciduous Shrub
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 1 - 1.5m (3 - 4 ft.)
Mature Spread: 1 - 1.5m (3 - 4 ft.)
Zone: 3
Feature Characteristics: Cut or Dried Flowers, Attracts Butterflies, Repeat Bloomer

Ornamental Features

Flower Colour: Creamy white, turning to pink then strawberry red.
Flowering Time: July - September
Foliage Colour: Green

Care

General Maintenance: Prune in late winter or early spring. These shrubs bloom on new wood, so that ensures the hydrangea blooms every year, regardless of how harsh winter conditions are.
Light: Part sun to full sun
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Water deeply, less frequently when established.
Soil: Adaptable, but prefers moist, rich, loamy soil. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.