One of the latest hydrangea to bloom, Hydrangea paniculata 'Tardiva' features upright, sharply pointed, conical panicles with the bulk of their sterile flowers loosely packed near their base. Showy, the white, sterile flowers slowly turn purplish pink as they mature. Blooming profusely from late summer to fall, the charming blossoms contrast nicely with the foliage of ovate, serrated, dark green leaves, which turns yellow to purple-tinged in the fall. Vigorous, 'Tardiva' can develop into a big bush and is a real gem in the late summer garden where its magnificent fountain of blooms extends the season interest of the mixed border.

• This deciduous shrub typically grows up to 8-12 ft. tall (240-360 cm) and 7-10 ft. large (210-300 cm).
• Performs best in sun to partial shade in humus-rich, moist, well-drained soils. Afternoon shade in hot summer climates is recommended.
• Easy-to-grow plant with reliable flowering and flower color regardless of soil PH.
• Mass in mixed shrub borders for dramatic summer blooms, in front of walls, fences, taller shrubs and trees. Great for city gardens, cottage gardens or containers. Panicles may be cut for fresh arrangements or for drying.
• Best if pruned back in late winter or early spring. Blooms occur on current season's growth, ensuring reliable flowering.
• Keep an eye out for bud blight, bacterial wilt, leaf spot, rust and mildew.
• Propagate by softwood cuttings in early summer, or by hardwood cuttings in winter.
• Hydrangea paniculata species is native to southern and eastern China, Korea, Japan and Russia.
• Foliage can aggravate skin allergies. Mild stomach upset possible if ingested.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.