Endless Summer Hydrangea (Hydrangea macrophylla ‘Endless Summer’) is a deciduous shrub prized for its large, globe-shaped blooms that can range from blue to pink depending on soil pH. The plant features dark green, serrated leaves with a glossy texture, and produces flowers continuously from early summer through fall, even on new growth—a distinguishing trait from traditional mophead hydrangeas.
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Size: Height: 3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m). Spread: 3–5 feet (0.9–1.5 m).
- Light: Prefers partial sun; morning sun with afternoon shade ideal.
- Soil: Well-draining, rich, and slightly acidic to neutral.
- Watering: Keep consistently moist; avoid waterlogging.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning; cut back dead wood in early spring.
- Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring and midsummer.
- Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
- Flower Color Adjustment: Soil pH influences bloom color—acidic soil for blue flowers, alkaline for pink.