table of contents
- Similarities of all varieties
- Panicle hydrangeas from A to K
- L to R
- S to Z
- frequently asked Questions
The panicle hydrangeas (Hydrangea paniculata) are characterized by their long-lasting flowering time and the beautifully shaped individual flowers arranged in a cone. Most of them have a basic white color, although more colorful specimens are also represented.
In a nutshell
- Continuous flowering period from May to October possible
- Color spectrum from white to yellow to red
- dense vegetation due to different heights of growth
- uniform location requirements
Similarities of all varieties
Despite different heights and widths, color schemes and flowering times, the following varieties have the Panicle hydrangea also has many similarities that are crucial for the care and therefore a healthy perennial are. In addition, all genera are characterized by a high degree of frost resistance.
Panicle hydrangeas from A to K
Bombshell
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 100 centimeters
- Spread: 100 centimeters
- Flower color: white
- Panicle shape: rounded cone shape
- Flowering period: June to August
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: also suitable for planting in pots
Dharuma
- Origin: Asia
- Height: 50 centimeters
- Spread: 80 centimeters
- Flower color: white
- Panicle shape: loose cone shape
- Flowering period: May to June
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: belongs to the dwarf hydrangeas
Note: Since the Dharuma variety is one of the early bloomers, a necessary pruning must not be made in spring, as the flowers are already formed over winter.
Fire Light
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 200 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink, red
- Panicle shape: lush cone shape
- Flowering period: July to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms strikingly large single flowers
graffiti
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 80 centimeters
- Spread: 80 centimeters
- Flower color: green, pink, red
- Panicle shape: elongated cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms lush inflorescences
Great star
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: solid cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: grows exceptionally quickly
Grandiflora
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 250 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: dense cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny place
- Special feature: forms strikingly large single flowers
Hercules
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white, green, pink
- Panicle shape: short cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms lush inflorescences
Kyushu
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 300 centimeters
- Spread: 300 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: narrow cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms a large number of individual flowers
L to R
Levana
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 300 centimeters
- Spread: 200 centimeters
- Flower color: white
- Panicle shape: upright cone shape
- Flowering period: July to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms particularly long panicles
Limelight
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 200 centimeters
- Flower color: white, yellow
- Panicle shape: thick cone shape
- Flowering period: July to August
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: also suitable as a dried flower
Note: Due to its strong floral scent, the Limelight variety is a preferred retreat for all kinds of insects.
Magical Flame
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 250 centimeters
- Spread: 250 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: compact cone shape
- Flowering period: July to October
- Location: sunny place
- Special feature: also suitable for planting in pots
Mojito
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 100 centimeters
- Spread: 120 centimeters
- Flower color: green, pink
- Panicle shape: bushy cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: belongs to the dwarf hydrangeas
Pastel green
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 400 centimeters
- Spread: 300 centimeters
- Flower color: green
- Panicle shape: compact cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms particularly long panicles
phantom
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 120 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: broad cone shape
- Flowering period: August to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: also suitable for planting in pots
Pinky Winky
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white, red
- Panicle shape: thick cone shape
- Flowering period: August to September
- Location: sunny place
- Special feature: forms particularly long panicles
Praecox
- Origin: Near East and East Asia
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 200 centimeters
- Flower color: white, yellow, pink
- Panicle shape: short cone shape
- Flowering period: June to August
- Location: sunny place
- Special feature: has a bushy shape
S to Z
Silver dollar
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 150 centimeters
- Spread: 200 centimeters
- Flower color: white, green, pink
- Panicle shape: broad cone shape
- Flowering period: August to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: has a compact shape
Skyfall
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 120 centimeters
- Spread: 70 centimeters
- Flower color: white, green, pink
- Panicle shape: compact cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms strikingly large single flowers
Note: The flowers of the 'Skyfall' cultivar can easily be compared to those of Hyacinth family be confused.
Sundae Fraise
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 100 centimeters
- Spread: 120 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: elongated cone shape
- Flowering period: June to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: forms a multitude of flowers
Tardiva
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 250 centimeters
- Spread: 350 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: loose cone shape
- Flowering period: August to October
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: late bloomer
Unique
- Origin: East Asia
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 300 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: compact cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny place
- Special feature: grows exceptionally quickly
Vanilla Fraise
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 200 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white, pink
- Panicle shape: broad cone shape
- Flowering period: August to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: grows exceptionally quickly
White lady
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 150 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white
- Panicle shape: elongated cone shape
- Flowering period: July to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: also suitable for planting in pots
Wim’s Red
- Origin: Central Europe
- Height: 150 centimeters
- Spread: 150 centimeters
- Flower color: white, burgundy
- Panicle shape: loose cone shape
- Flowering period: August to September
- Location: sunny to partially shaded place
- Special feature: especially suitable for mixed planting
frequently asked Questions
The main distinguishing criterion is the shape of the flower. While the panicle hydrangeas form cone-shaped collections of individual flowers, these are spherical and flat in the garden hydrangeas.
Due to the high weather resistance, there is no point in time to plant the panicle hydrangeas. Planting can therefore take place all year round.
By regularly pruning, which is carried out for the first time with young plants at the age of one year, a high stem can also be raised from the shrub.
The pH value of the soil is a decisive criterion for the development of color-intensive flowers. The more alkaline the soil, the more the flowers will bloom in a reddish color. An acidic soil (pH value <5.5) promotes a whitish to greenish tint.
Basically, it is advisable to combine brightly colored hydrangeas with rather poorly contrasting plants and vice versa.
To underline the panicle hydrangeas, which bloom in striking colors, evergreen perennials such as bamboo or ornamental grasses are ideal. When planting weaker colored hydrangeas, species such as hostas, golden foxes or purple bells are recommended.
